Barack and Michelle Obama have endorsed Kamala Harris for president, saying in a spot released by her campaign early Friday that they “couldn’t be prouder” to help propel her to victory.
But the former president issued a stark warning that Democrats are “underdogs,” reflecting polling which shows Harris still behind Donald Trump despite President Joe Biden dropping out of the race. His wife also promised to work to elect “my girl Kamala,” suggesting the former first couple will be a major presence on the campaign trail, a potentially huge boost to the Democrats.
The 55-second ad sees Harris taking a call from the Obamas while seemingly walking backstage at a campaign event. Obama’s distinctive voice breaks in over the phone immediately: “Kamala!”