Montana Democratic Sen. Jon Tester, who is involved in one of the most closely watched Senate races in the country, has not yet endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, despite their longstanding relationship. Tester, who referred to Harris as a 'friend,' has not publicly backed her campaign.
Tester's office recently pointed to a press release where he thanked President Biden for his service and support of an open nomination process. When asked about endorsing Harris, Tester's office did not confirm whether he would wait until the Democratic National Convention in August.
Tester and Harris have a history dating back to 2015 when Tester, as the chairman of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC), played a role in recruiting Harris to the Senate. Despite this connection, Tester's stance on endorsing Harris remains uncertain.
While several prominent Democrats have endorsed Harris following President Biden's decision not to seek re-election, Tester's decision to withhold his endorsement has raised questions. With Harris securing the necessary delegates for the nomination, Tester's delay in endorsing her has garnered attention.
As the Senate race in Montana continues to draw national interest, Tester's stance on endorsing Harris adds a layer of intrigue to the political landscape. Whether Tester will ultimately endorse Harris before the Democratic National Convention or maintain his current position remains to be seen.
