Harris’ team crafted ‘death-pool roster’ of federal judges to swear her in

Former Vice President Kamala Harris’ communications director, Jamal Simmons, reportedly created a controversial “death-pool roster” of federal judges appointed by Republicans in case President Joe Biden suddenly passed away, according to a new book titled “Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House.”

Authored by political journalists Jonathan Allen of NBC News and Amie Parnes of the Hill, the book claims that Simmons developed a detailed communications strategy to be implemented if Biden were to die unexpectedly. Simmons envisioned a scenario similar to when Lyndon B. Johnson was sworn in as president on Air Force One following John F. Kennedy’s assassination in 1963.

However, Simmons was concerned that Harris’ legitimacy as president would be questioned, especially by “Trump people,” if she were to assume office under such circumstances. To address this issue, he compiled a list of federal judges appointed by Republicans, excluding those appointed by Trump, who could potentially validate Harris’ presidency and provide institutional approval.

Simmons kept the spreadsheet of judges with him at all times, even when traveling with Harris, but he never informed her about the existence of the “death-pool roster.” Instead, he instructed his colleagues to notify him immediately if anything were to happen to Biden so that he could implement the planned communications strategy. Eventually, Simmons entrusted the list to another member of Harris’ staff.

While the book did not specify the names of the judges included in the list, it highlighted Simmons’ meticulous approach to addressing potential challenges to Harris’ presidency in the event of Biden’s sudden death.

In addition to this revelation, “Fight” also delves into the tensions between the Biden White House and the Harris campaign, shedding light on the complexities of their relationship. The book further explores former President Barack Obama’s reluctance to endorse Harris in the 2024 election, citing concerns about Biden’s mental fitness and doubts about the political abilities of both Biden and Harris.

“Fight” provides an in-depth analysis of the 2024 election, detailing how President Donald Trump secured a second term and the subsequent impact on the Democratic Party. Allen and Parnes conducted interviews with over 150 political insiders to capture the behind-the-scenes drama and intrigue of the political landscape.

Overall, the book offers a compelling narrative of the power struggles and strategic maneuvers that shaped the race for the White House in 2024. With its detailed insights and insider perspectives, “Fight” provides a comprehensive account of one of the most tumultuous elections in recent history.

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