Source: Politics<\/p>\n
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president on Monday morning, all but clearing the field of potential challengers to her running at the top of the Democratic ticket.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am proud to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president of the United States,\u201d Pritzker said in a statement. He then veered into attacking Donald Trump, which is familiar terrain for the surrogate of President Joe Biden.<\/p>\n
\u201cSince I launched my first campaign for Governor in 2017, I have made it clear in virtually every political speech and statement the absolute necessity of beating Donald Trump at the ballot box,\u201d Pritzker said in his statement. \u201cDonald Trump is a convicted felon, liable for sexual assault, and a congenital liar. He is a man wholly unfit for the office of the presidency both in character and temperament. We must defeat him and his MAGA allies at every level this November.\u201d<\/p>\n
Pritzker said he spoke to Harris and explained why he didn\u2019t jump on the bandwagon to endorse her on Sunday.<\/p>\n
\u201cI told her that President Biden\u2019s selfless decision came as a genuine surprise. I have worked hard during my time as governor of Illinois to try and bring a sober and mature approach to decision-making. It\u2019s important to be thoughtful about what\u2019s next for the Democratic Party and for the country, which is why I spent hours yesterday talking to fellow leaders in our Party getting and giving input about the road to victory in November. I am also cognizant of the unique role we play here in Illinois as hosts of the Democratic National Convention.\u201d<\/p>\n
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, also rumored to be in contention for the ticket, endorsed Harris in statements released on Monday as well.<\/p>\n