Long Island Elections | Nassau & Suffolk
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Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris, giving her expected but crucial support
The endorsement comes as Harris continues to build momentum as the party's likely nominee after President Joe Biden's decision to end his reelection bid.
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Trump turns his full focus on Harris at his first rally since Biden's exit from the 2024 race4m read
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Harris is starting to vet potential running mates. Her initial list includes nearly a dozen names1m read
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Harris will carry Biden's economic record into the election. She hopes to turn it into an asset5m read
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