Harris Kicks Off Campaign With First Rally in Battleground Wisconsin

The vice president noted her experience as a prosecutor and her support for ‘building up’ the middle class, gun control, and securing abortion access.

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to supporters during a campaign rally at West Allis Central High School in West Allis, Wis., on July 23, 2024. Kamil Krzaczynski/AFP via Getty Images/Getty Images

Vice President Kamala Harris hosted her first rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, launching her campaign as the Democratic Party’s new likely presidential nominee.

“The path to the White House goes through Wisconsin,” she told the cheering crowd.