First Lady Dr. Jill Biden is set to embark on a campaign tour as a surrogate for Vice President Kamala Harris, targeting key battleground states in a five-state, five-day swing starting later this week. The campaign push, scheduled to begin on Friday, will see the first lady traveling to Arizona, Nevada, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
The strategy behind deploying Dr. Biden to these states is to reach out to undecided voters in smaller, targeted markets and city suburbs. The focus is on mobilizing women voters with less than a month remaining until the election. Dr. Biden, who has been a strong supporter of President Joe Biden's campaign, will now shift her efforts to support Vice President Harris.
Having largely stayed out of the political arena since President Biden's decision to withdraw from the race on July 21, Dr. Biden's upcoming campaign appearances mark a significant return to the forefront of the election season. Her role as a campaign surrogate for Vice President Harris mirrors her past involvement in her husband's campaign and in the 2022 midterms.
The Harris campaign sees an opportunity to target undecided voters in areas such as Yuma, Carson City, and Reno through Dr. Biden's outreach efforts. Additionally, she is expected to connect with suburban women on key issues including reducing household costs, advocating for reproductive rights, and promoting education - a topic that holds personal significance for the first lady.
Dr. Biden's upcoming campaign tour underscores the importance of engaging with voters in crucial battleground states as the election draws near. Her presence on the campaign trail is expected to energize support for Vice President Harris and the Democratic ticket as they seek to secure victory in the upcoming election.
