Harris makes first trip to battleground Wisconsin since launching presidential campaign

Vice President Kamala Harris kicked off her 2024 presidential campaign in Wisconsin, rallying supporters and drawing sharp contrasts with her opponent, Donald Trump. Harris highlighted her record as a prosecutor, taking on various perpetrators, and vowed to "build up the middle class" as a defining goal of her presidency. She also criticized Trump's "extreme Project 2025 agenda," disavowed by him but embraced by his former staffers. The Democratic base has shown new energy, with Harris quickly securing the nomination and raising over $100 million in donations. Top Democratic leaders, including Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries, have endorsed Harris, along with Wisconsin officials. Her campaign has a strong presence in Wisconsin with coordinated offices and full-time staffers. The path to 270 electoral votes may go through the "Blue Wall" states, but it's too early to rule out Sun Belt swing states. Harris' running mate shortlist includes names from swing states, and Eric Holder will handle the vetting process. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear criticized Trump's running mate, JD Vance, highlighting his evolution from Trump critic to MAGA heir.