This was surprising to see.
In a stunning revelation that’s sending shockwaves through Washington, a new book claims former President Barack Obama secretly worked behind the scenes to block Vice President Kamala Harris from leading the Democratic ticket after Joe Biden’s abrupt exit from the 2024 race.
🔍 Obama “Had No Faith” in Kamala Harris’s Ability to Win
According to NBC News political reporter Jonathan Allen, Obama believed Harris couldn’t win — and quietly pushed for an open Democratic primary to find a better candidate.
“President Obama absolutely did not think Joe Biden should continue, and he definitely didn’t want Harris taking his place,” Allen said on MSNBC. “He worked for months behind the scenes to prevent that outcome.”
Allen, along with The Hill’s Amie Parnes, is the co-author of the upcoming book, FIGHT: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House, which exposes deep fractures within the Democratic Party elite.
⚠️ Obama Delayed Endorsement, Pushed for “Open Convention”
While Obama and Michelle Obama eventually endorsed Kamala Harris, their support came five full days after Biden dropped out and endorsed her himself — a delay that raised eyebrows among political insiders.
Behind closed doors, Obama reportedly reached out to Rep. James Clyburn (D-SC) on the day of Biden’s exit. But Clyburn, sensing Obama’s angle, rushed to endorse Harris publicly before the call even took place.
“Clyburn thought, ‘This guy’s going to try to rope me into stopping Kamala,’” Allen said. “So he beat him to the punch.”
🧨 Biden Told Harris: “No Daylight, Kid”
The book also reveals a disturbing detail: Biden demanded Harris stay loyal to his administration — even after he stepped aside.
“No longer able to defend his record himself, Biden expected Harris to protect his legacy,” the authors write.
In a phone call before a nationally televised debate, Biden told Harris, “No daylight, kid,” — signaling that she wasn’t allowed to deviate from his failing agenda.
🤯 Harris Criticized for Blind Loyalty
Throughout her short-lived campaign, Harris was criticized for refusing to distance herself from Biden’s deeply unpopular policies. When asked on The View if she would have done anything differently during Biden’s presidency, Harris couldn’t name a single thing.
That moment, along with her weak debate performance and tepid support among voters, helped solidify the perception that she was out of her depth — and perhaps exactly why Barack Obama had tried to stop her candidacy in the first place.
🗣️ Final Thoughts: More Proof the Democratic Party Is in Total Disarray
For conservative voters, this latest revelation confirms what many have long believed: The Democratic Party is in chaos, controlled by a power-hungry elite more interested in protecting their legacy than serving the American people.
With Biden out, Harris floundering, and Obama lurking in the shadows, it’s clear — the Left has no plan, no unity, and no candidate who can lead.
