Bernie Sanders endorses Kamala Harris on July 27, Al Gore follows on July 28, highlighting $3 trillion climate commitment

Senator Bernie Sanders endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris at a rally in Portland, Maine, on July 27, 2024. Following this endorsement, former Vice President Al Gore also expressed his support for Harris, stating that she is the kind of climate champion needed in the White House. Gore's endorsement was made public on July 28, 2024, and he emphasized the importance of Harris's commitment to climate issues, referencing the Green New Deal, which has been estimated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to cost approximately $3 trillion annually to fund. Gore's remarks highlight the growing momentum behind Harris's presidential campaign as she positions herself as a leader in climate policy.