NextFin news, Former Vice President Kamala Harris publicly criticized President Joe Biden's decision to seek reelection in the 2024 presidential race as "recklessness" in an excerpt from her upcoming memoir, "107 Days," revealed on this Wednesday in Washington, D.C.
Harris wrote that in retrospect, Biden's choice to remain in the race despite growing concerns about his health and mental acuity was not an act of grace but one of recklessness. She expressed that the stakes were too high for the decision to be left to an individual's ego or ambition.
The memoir excerpt details Harris's initial reluctance to suggest Biden should drop out of the race, fearing it might appear self-serving, but ultimately she felt compelled to prioritize the country's interests over personal loyalty.
Harris highlighted Biden's age of 81 during the campaign as a factor in his physical and verbal stumbles, particularly referencing his poor performance in the June 27, 2024, debate against then-former President Donald Trump, where Biden appeared confused and struggled to recall facts.
Despite her criticisms, Harris acknowledged Biden's intelligence, experience, and compassion, stating that even on his worst days, he was more capable than Trump on his best. However, she noted that Biden "got tired," which affected his ability to perform effectively.
The memoir also touches on internal Democratic Party concerns about Biden's fitness for office and the lack of sufficient support Harris felt from the Biden team during her own 2024 campaign.
"As loyal as I am to President Biden, I am more loyal to my country," Harris wrote, underscoring the seriousness with which she viewed the decision to run for a second term.
The book "107 Days" is scheduled for release later this month and offers a candid account of Harris's experiences during the 2024 presidential campaign and her perspective on the Biden administration's final year.
These revelations come amid ongoing discussions about leadership and succession within the Democratic Party following the 2024 election cycle.
Sources: The Guardian, Daily Express US, NBC News (all published on this Wednesday, September 10, 2025, in Washington, D.C.)
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