What will relations between the European Union and the United States look like if Kamala Harris becomes US president?
The American Democratic Party has pledged to “support Ukraine” and to “strengthen NATO” In a manifesto released at its convention in Chicago this week.
“Democrats will join with our European partners to stand against Russia. We will not allow Moscow to interfere in our democracies or shake our resolve.”we can read in the democratic manifesto.
Few Europeans will publicly commit to Kamala Harris, but it is no secret that, apart from Viktor Orbán’s Hungary, Most EU governments do not want a new term for Donald Trump, who is seen as hostile to the EU.
Kamala Harris sparks a wave of enthusiasm
Robin de Wouters, Democrats Abroad spokesperson, told Euronews he was surprised that incumbent Joe Biden was dropping out of the race so late, but was excited about the re-runs of Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
“The last month has been eventful since July 21 and the withdrawal of President Joe Biden, but I think Vice President Kamala Harris is stepping up to take his place.”says Robin de Wouters. “She broke records in terms of money, donations, etc.”.
Since his entry into the competition, Kamala Harris has raised over $300 million and 150,000 new volunteers have joined her campaccording to Robin de Wouters, who admits to being nervous about a campaign that is likely to remain difficult.
An outcome that remains uncertain
Others, like Ian Lesser, vice president of the German Marshall Fund, say that The outcome of the election is far from obvious.
“Europe wants predictability from the United States, especially in times of war in Europe and other areas of tension around the world.”the expert explains to Euronews.
“It’s clear that there is a lot of energy and enthusiasm behind the new Democratic candidacy.”he adds. “But that doesn’t change the fact that Donald Trump still has a very strong base and remains unshakeable in some states.”.
Whoever the next resident of the White House is, The differences between Brussels and Washington will not disappear completely, and foreign policy is rarely mentioned in debates in the United Stateswarns Ian Lesser.
All eyes are now on the debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump on September 10.