Vice President Kamala Harris wins Democratic presidential nomination.

Vice President Kamala Harris has officially secured the Democratic Party’s 2024 presidential nomination, with the Democratic National Committee (DNC) announcing that she has received the majority of votes from pledged delegates for the upcoming national convention. This historic moment was marked by a virtual roll call for the nomination, which began on Thursday and will continue until Monday.

In a statement, DNC chair Jaime Harrison declared, “I am so proud to confirm that Vice President Harris has earned more than a majority of votes from all convention delegates and will be the nominee of the Democratic Party following the close of voting on Monday.”

During a call with supporters, Harris expressed her gratitude, saying, “I am honored to be the presumptive Democratic nominee for President of the United States.” She credited the hard work of delegates, state leaders, and staff for making this milestone possible.

As the sole candidate qualifying for the presidential nomination roll call, Harris breaks barriers by becoming the first woman of color to lead a major party’s national ticket. Her nomination comes on the heels of President Biden’s decision to end his 2024 re-election campaign against former President Trump, following a lackluster performance in the first presidential debate last month.

President Biden’s endorsement of Harris sparked a wave of support from Democratic governors, senators, House members, and party leaders. Within days, Harris had secured verbal backing from a majority of the almost 4,000 convention delegates, solidifying her position as the Democratic nominee.

With the nomination now secure, speculation abounds regarding Harris’s choice for running mate. Her campaign announced plans for a tour of key battleground states alongside her soon-to-be-named vice-presidential candidate, starting in Pennsylvania.

Following the virtual roll call’s completion on Monday, Harris will have the opportunity to nominate her running mate, with the convention chair officially declaring the candidate as the party’s vice-presidential nominee.

This pivotal moment in American politics sets the stage for a historic election and showcases the strength and diversity of the Democratic Party’s leadership. As the country prepares for the Democratic National Convention in August, all eyes will be on Vice President Kamala Harris as she continues to make history.