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South Carolina Rep. James Clyburn says he would support Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee if she replaces President Biden, but he is still standing by Biden for now.

**Headline:** Clyburn Backs Harris for Top of Ticket but Stands by Biden

South Carolina Rep. James Clyburn, a key Biden ally, said he would support Vice President Kamala Harris if she replaces the president atop the Democratic ticket.

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"I think she'd be a great candidate," Clyburn said in an interview with MSNBC on Thursday. "I think she's a very capable person."

Clyburn's comments come as Biden's approval ratings have been sagging and Harris has been taking on a more visible role in the campaign.

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Harris has been traveling the country, giving speeches and meeting with voters. She has also been defending Biden against attacks from Republicans.

Some Democrats have called for Harris to replace Biden as the nominee, arguing that she would be a stronger candidate.

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Harris has been criticized for her handling of the border and other issues, but she remains popular with the Democratic base.

Clyburn said he believes Biden is still the best candidate to defeat former President Donald Trump in 2024.

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"I think he's got the experience, he's got the knowledge, he's got the temperament," Clyburn said.

But Clyburn also said that he would support Harris if Biden decides to step aside.

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"If he decides not to run, then I think she's the best person to replace him," Clyburn said.

The Biden campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Clyburn's comments are significant because he is a close ally of Biden and a respected figure in the Democratic Party.

His support for Harris could help her to gain support among other Democrats who are considering whether to support her as the nominee.

Harris has been traveling the country, giving speeches and meeting with voters. She has also been defending Biden against attacks from Republicans.

Some Democrats have called for Harris to replace Biden as the nominee, arguing that she would be a stronger candidate.

Harris has been criticized for her handling of the border and other issues, but she remains popular with the Democratic base.

Clyburn said he believes Biden is still the best candidate to defeat former President Donald Trump in 2024.

"I think he's got the experience, he's got the knowledge, he's got the temperament," Clyburn said.

But Clyburn also said that he would support Harris if Biden decides to step aside.

"If he decides not to run, then I think she's the best person to replace him," Clyburn said.

The Biden campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Clyburn's comments are significant because he is a close ally of Biden and a respected figure in the Democratic Party.

His support for Harris could help her to gain support among other Democrats who are considering whether to support her as the nominee.