Sources tell NBC News that former President Barack and former First Lady Michelle Obama were holding back on endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as to not overshadow President Biden’s withdrawal from the race and his own backing for the veep – something that will change in the next few days, with the two planning a joint appearance on the campaign trail in the near-to-middle term.
A “source close” to the 44th president said he’s “been in regular contact with [Harris] and thinks she’s been off to a great start.” The two have been in close contact since Sunday, with Obama offering his counsel to the veep on launching her campaign, specifically on how best to unify the party – which, if true, has been extremely valuable advice that Harris executed flawlessly.