Jamal Simmons, who previously served as communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris from January 2022 to January 2023, recently made headlines with a bold suggestion. In an interview, he proposed that President Joe Biden should consider resigning from office to allow Harris to make history as the first female president of the United States. Simmons's statement has added to the ongoing discussions and debates within the Democratic Party about its future direction and leadership transition.
During an appearance on CNN’s “State of the Union,” Simmons elaborated on his view, saying, “Joe Biden’s been a phenomenal president; he’s lived up to so many of the promises he’s made. There’s one promise left that he could fulfill, being a transitional figure. He could resign the presidency in the next 30 days, make Kamala Harris President of the United States.” This statement by Simmons has sparked further conversation about the implications of such a move, and it has added pressure on Biden as the Democratic Party reflects on recent electoral outcomes.
The suggestion comes shortly after the recent U.S. presidential election held on November 5, 2024, in which former President Donald Trump emerged victorious over Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump's victory marked his return to the presidency, having won in key swing states like Georgia, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. These decisive wins allowed him to secure his position as the 47th President of the United States, with his inauguration scheduled for January 2025. This election outcome has raised questions within the Democratic Party regarding its future leadership and strategic direction.
Simmons’s proposal, which envisions a potential historic moment with Harris assuming the presidency, reflects the broader discussions among Democratic leaders and supporters about the party’s future. With the recent loss in the presidential race, some within the party are examining the prospect of a new era of leadership, hoping for a refreshed vision for the upcoming years.
In a separate development, the Kremlin has addressed rumors related to a phone conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. According to the report by The Washington Post, Trump allegedly spoke with Putin by phone last Thursday, advising the Russian leader not to escalate the conflict in Ukraine. The report quickly gained traction, sparking widespread speculation about Trump’s possible foreign policy intentions as he prepares to take office once again.
However, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has refuted the claims made in the article, calling it “completely false information.” Peskov’s statement has added to the ongoing discourse surrounding U.S.-Russia relations, especially with Trump’s impending return to the White House, as international observers closely monitor the evolving situation between the two superpowers.
