During a recent news briefing, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reiterated President Joe Biden's belief that he is a 'transition candidate.' Jean-Pierre also highlighted Vice President Kamala Harris as the 'future of the party,' emphasizing Biden's decision to choose her as his running mate.
In a statement made in March 2020 while campaigning alongside Harris, Sen. Cory Booker, and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Biden referred to himself as a 'bridge' to the next generation of Democratic leaders. He expressed his view of being a unifying force within the party, acknowledging the emerging leaders who stood behind him during the campaign.