Democrats Confirm Harris as Official Nominee, But Presidential Speculation Runs Wild
Although Democrats have officially confirmed Kamala Harris as their presidential candidate, speculation about the presidency has begun to spread rapidly in media circles. According to the Wall Street Journal, citing unnamed sources, current and former US officials say it is unlikely that the terms of key Biden appointees, such as National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, will be extended
Harris May Offer Conditional Support to Israel
According to the WSJ, while Kamala Harris has yet to clarify her foreign policy vision, she could forge closer ties with progressive elements within the Democratic Party and impose conditions on US support for Israel. The magazine describes Harris as the current administration’s most determined advocate for a ceasefire in Gaza, and she drew attention in a March speech by criticizing conditions in Palestinian settlements.
If elected, Harris is expected to continue Biden’s foreign policy, but is reportedly willing to criticize Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and show more empathy for the plight of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, according to NBC News.
