Harris Files Paperwork for Biden's 2024 Campaign Kickoff in South Carolina's Primary

Amidst declining nationwide popularity, Biden team aims to rally Black voters and repeat the 2020 victory in South Carolina's first-in-the-nation primary.

Vice President Kamala Harris filed paperwork in South Carolina to put President Joe Biden on the state's primary ballot for the 2024 presidential election.
This move comes as part of a White House-led schedule overhaul to put South Carolina at the forefront of the Democratic presidential primary, aimed at empowering Black voters.
In the 2020 election, Biden’s campaign enjoyed a significant boost and ultimately achieved victory following a decisive win in the South Carolina primary, largely attributed to an endorsement from Rep. Jim Clyburn, a key Black voice in Congress.
Harris has recently been touring the country, building excitement among young people and voters of color, despite some polls showing a majority of Democrats believe Biden may be too old for a second term.
The 2024 schedule shifts South Carolina's primary to Feb. 3, followed by Nevada just three days later, and moves Michigan into the group of early states voting before Super Tuesday on March 5.
Despite facing a longshot challenge from Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips, Biden is expected to win the Democratic nomination again and views strong primary turnout in South Carolina as crucial for showing enthusiasm and support for his candidacy.