Kamala Harris praises Biden's legacy in first remarks since announcing 2024 bid

Vice President Kamala Harris praised President Biden on Monday for his accomplishments in the first few years of his term, claiming he has done more than other presidents and with less time than they had.

"In one term, he has already surpassed the legacy of most presidents who have served two terms in office," she said in opening remarks at the White House's event for National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) championship teams.

Biden announced on Sunday his decision to step aside and suspend his 2024 presidential campaign, endorsing Harris as his successor.

Her remarks on Monday were the first after she accepted Biden's endorsement, making her intention to be the 2024 Democratic nominee known.

She complimented Biden, specifically for "his honesty, his integrity, his commitment to his faith and his family, his big heart and his love, deep love of our country."

"I am firsthand witness that every day our president, Joe Biden, fights for the American people. And we are deeply, deeply grateful for his service to our nation," she added.