Washington: A former aide to Vice President Kamala Harris has urged President Joe Biden to resign and make Harris the first female president of the United States, albeit for a short time. Jamal Simmons, who previously served as Harris's communications director, made this suggestion in a social media post and in an interview on a talk show on Sunday.
Jamal Simmons calls on Biden to resign and fulfill the 'Transition Promise'.
Simmons, reflecting on Biden's presidency, praised the president for his accomplishments but stressed that there remains one promise Biden could fulfill: to become a 'transitional figure'. He suggested that Biden resign within the next 30 days, allowing Harris to take over as president before his term ends. In a conversation with CNN's Situation Room, Simmons explained, “Joe Biden has been an extraordinary president, but now he should fulfill one last promise—become a transitional figure.”
He continued, “Biden could resign as president and elevate Kamala Harris to become the President of the United States. That would reverse the situation before Trump, allowing Harris to avoid presiding over the consequences of January 6 and making it easier for the next woman to run for office.”
Why Simmons thinks Biden should resign
Simmons argues that this move would help reshape the narrative of the Democratic Party and bring about much-needed change. He believes such a decision would dominate the news cycle and provide an opportunity for the Democratic Party to showcase transparency and drama, addressing the public's desire for new leadership.
“This is something within Joe Biden's control. If he does this, it will fulfill his final promise, giving Kamala Harris the chance to become the 47th president and break the Trump brand. It will also free future female leaders from the burden of being the first,” Simmons added.
Kamala Harris: The first female president?
Kamala Harris, 60, lost the presidential election on November 5 to President-elect Donald Trump. However, Simmons’ proposal hints at the idea of a short-term transfer of power, where Harris could become the first female president of the United States, even if only for a brief period, before Trump takes office.
Simmons emphasized that electing Harris as president could alleviate the burden of historical expectations surrounding her leadership role and provide the next woman with a cleaner record. “That would ensure that the next female president does not have to bear the weight of being the first,” he said.
What does this mean for the future of American politics?
While this proposal has garnered much attention, it reflects ongoing discussions about leadership, gender, and representation in American politics. If Biden goes through with it, this would represent an unprecedented change in America's leadership dynamics, potentially reshaping both the Democratic and Republican strategies leading up to the 2025 presidential term.
Conclusion
As President Biden approaches the end of his first term, speculation about his future decisions continues. Jamal Simmons’ call for Biden to resign and hand the presidency to Kamala Harris, if realized, could mark a historic moment in American politics and shape the leadership of the country for years to come.