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(Washington, DC) -- Barack and Michelle Obama are endorsing Kamala Harris in the Democratic race for president.
The former president and first lady released a video this morning showing Vice President Harris speaking on the phone with both of them. Obama could be heard saying, "Michelle and I couldn't be prouder to endorse you and to do everything we can to get you through this election and into the Oval Office."
In a joint statement announcing the endorsement, the Obamas said, "There is no doubt in our mind that Kamala Harris has exactly what it takes to win this election and deliver for the American people."