Harris could become first Black woman, first person of South Asian descent to be presidentBiden announced Sunday that he was stepping aside after a disastrous debate performance catalyzed fears that the 81-year-old was too frail for a second term. Harris is the first woman, Black person or person of South Asian descent to serve as vice president. She later became Biden's running mate, but she struggled to find her footing after taking office as vice president. Nixon resigned in 1974 during the Watergate scandal and was replaced by Vice President Gerald Ford. In office, Harris quickly became part of the Democratic resistance to Trump and gained recognition for her pointed questioning of his nominees.

Source: Hindustan Times July 22, 2024 13:20 UTC