“They are trying to send a message to other potential [2024 Democratic] candidates that they need to cool their heels because Harris is very much in the on-deck circle,” said Patrick Basham, director of the Washington-based Democracy Institute.
Kamala Harris hits her stride as White House grooms her to replace Joe Biden on 2024 ticket
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"One of the great ironies right now … is that as unpopular as Biden is, and as much as he consistently gets beaten by Trump in a potential head-to-head for 2024, he does better than the other likely suspects on his side," said Patrick Basham, director of the Washington-based Democracy Institute. "They are venturing into a really difficult set of challenges."
Progressives launch 'Don't Run Joe' campaign to stop Biden from seeking a second term
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