Biden's exit puts Harris in pole position

President Biden's decision to step aside as the Democratic presidential nominee has put Vice President Kamala Harris in a powerful position.

Harris, 59, is now the presumptive nominee and would be the first woman and first woman of color to become president if she wins the election in November.

However, her path to the presidency is not guaranteed. She will face a tough challenge from the Republican nominee, who is likely to be either former President Donald Trump or Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

Harris will also need to unify the Democratic Party, which has been divided over Biden's leadership. Some Democrats have called for Biden to step down, while others have defended him.

In a statement, Harris said she is "honored" to be the Democratic nominee and that she is "ready to lead our party to victory." She also praised Biden for his service to the country.

Biden's decision to step aside comes after months of speculation about his political future. The 79-year-old president has been facing pressure from some Democrats to step down, citing his age and low approval ratings.

Biden has repeatedly said that he intends to run for re-election, but he has also said that he will make a final decision after the midterm elections in November.