Harris 'concerned' she did not ask Biden to quit race

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete October 26, 2025 at 09:07 AM

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Former US Vice-President Kamala Harris has expressed regret over not urging President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race due to concerns about his health and mental acuity. In an interview with BBC's Laura Kuenssberg and her book "107 Days," Harris reflected on whether she should have had a conversation with Biden about his decision to seek re-election. She noted that her concern was not about his ability to perform presidential duties but rather about enduring the rigors of campaigning, especially against incumbent Donald Trump. Despite these reservations, Biden ran for re-election, ultimately dropping out after a poor debate performance in July 2024.

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