Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a passionate speech at the American Federation of Teachers convention, urging educators to combat Republican extremism and defend fundamental freedoms. She praised President Biden for his leadership and criticized Donald Trump’s policies, which she claimed would roll back social progress and harm working families. Harris emphasized her long-standing support for teachers' unions, noting her history of backing strikes and advocating for higher teacher salaries. Following Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 race, the A.F.T. quickly endorsed Harris, reinforcing her position as the presumptive Democratic nominee. With her energetic campaign, she has garnered significant support and media attention, drawing in over $120 million in donations and energizing the Democratic base. Meanwhile, Trump’s team is grappling with the unexpected shift in media focus away from him, as Harris emerges as a formidable challenger in the election.