Kamala Harris Announces 2024 Presidential Bid

Harris Enters Race with Climate Plan and Promise to Use Executive Authority

Washington, D.C. - Vice President Kamala Harris officially announced her candidacy for president of the United States on Thursday, July 21, 2024. Harris, a Democrat who has served as vice president since 2021, made the announcement in a speech delivered in her hometown of Oakland, California.

10-Year Climate Plan

In her announcement speech, Harris outlined a bold 10-year climate plan that aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2045. The plan includes a series of ambitious goals, such as investing $10 trillion in clean energy, creating millions of new green jobs, and transitioning the country to 100% clean electricity by 2035.

Executive Authority

Harris also pledged to use her executive authority to take immediate action on climate change. She promised to declare a national climate emergency, rejoin the Paris Agreement, and halt new oil and gas drilling on federal lands.

Conclusion

As Vice President Harris ramps up her presidential campaign, she is demonstrating her commitment to addressing the urgent challenges facing the United States and the world. Her bold climate plan and pledge to use executive authority have positioned her as a strong contender in the 2024 race.