The rise of Kamala Harris, the woman who could become first female US president

US Vice President Kamala Harris could soon become the first black woman to head a major party’s presidential ticket (John Raoux/AP)

US Vice President Kamala Harris has been endorsed by President Joe Biden after he withdrew from the 2024 presidential race.

Ms Harris has been at Mr Biden’s side since he was elected in 2020. Here, PA takes a closer look at the woman who could soon become the first black female to head a major party’s US presidential ticket.