Biden Pressured to Choose Harris as VP Despite Initial Preference for Whitmer, New Book Reveals

The book by veteran journalist Charlie Spiering suggests Biden was aware Harris was not up to the job, but chose her under pressure from public opinion and former President Obama.

According to a new book by veteran Washington journalist Charlie Spiering, President Biden initially preferred Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as his running mate in 2020, but was pressured into choosing Kamala Harris.
The book suggests that Biden was aware that Harris was not up to the job of Vice President, but chose her to appease public pressure and former President Barack Obama.
Harris has been criticized for her handling of her role, including allegations of bullying White House staff, refusing to be a team player, and struggling to convey clear messages.
The book also reveals that Jill Biden, the President's wife, favored former Obama national security adviser Susan Rice for the Vice President role.
Despite these revelations, Biden is campaigning with Harris as his running mate for a second term.