Kamala Harris could still become the first female President if President Joe Biden resigns.
Breitbart reported that Harris's presidential campaign ended in defeat as Donald Trump reclaimed the presidency, emphasizing Harris's missed opportunity to break the long-standing "glass ceiling." That defeat, however, doesn't entirely close the door on her becoming the first female president.
Joe Biden entered his presidency with the pledge of being a "transitional" candidate, which many interpreted as a sign he might eventually pave the way for his Vice President, Kamala Harris, to succeed him.
This notion has once again surfaced amidst recent political dynamics influenced by Biden's age and vitality concerns, which critics argue compromise his ability to serve effectively.
In July, amidst mounting concerns over Biden's health, his party took the remarkable step of removing him from the top of their ticket. Despite these issues, Biden has remained in office, supported staunchly by First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, despite calls from some quarters that he step aside.
Dr. Jill Biden has played an unusually prominent role in the current administration. Her influence stretches to participating in Cabinet and Oval Office meetings, which could be impacting her stance against the President resigning.
Historically, political spouses impact presidential decisions, and Jill Biden is no exception. With reported past discord between Harris and Jill Biden stemming from a heated 2019 debate exchange where Harris criticized Biden's past policies, the political and personal may be deeply intertwined in this decision.
While the presidency slipped through her fingers this election cycle, Kamala Harris remains a key figure in American politics as the Vice President.
Should Biden choose to resign before his term concludes, Harris would step into the presidency, creating a series of historical firsts. She would not only be the first female president but also the first black and Indian woman to hold the office, with her husband, Doug Emhoff, becoming the first Second Gentleman.
Alternatively, there exists the less likely possibility of a transfer of power under the 25th Amendment due to incapacity.
This process would require the consent of the majority of the Cabinet and the Vice President herself, a scenario steeped in constitutional gravity and political implications.
As it stands, if Biden does not resign or is not declared incapacitated, Harris will preside over the Senate during the certification of Trump’s victory on January 6, a role fraught with symbolic significance given her aspirations and recent electoral defeat.
The First Lady's influence in this saga cannot be understated. Aside from her political and personal motivations, concerns over the ongoing legal scrutiny surrounding Hunter Biden's business dealings might also play a role in her apparent opposition to her husband resigning, preserving a status quo that might favorably impact legal strategies.
Kamala Harris's potential ascent to the presidency would be more than a personal achievement; it would represent a monumental societal shift. As America stands at this crossroads, the decisions made in the Oval Office could reshape the political landscape dramatically.