Senator has good relations with AIPAC, is closely aligned with running mate on Mideast policy and aid to Jewish state; voted against anti-BDS bill, citing First Amendment rights

Organizations primarily led by Democrats, but backed by nonpartisan groups and some Republicans, say they will shut down prejudiced, false information about Democratic VP pick

As Joe Biden's running mate, senator could inspire crucial votes from minority communities in battleground states; rights activists hope she can bring criminal justice reform

President says California Senator 'was very disrespectful to Joe Biden' during the Democratic primaries, and says she is too far left; Democrats hail 'ideal partner'

Harris was the first black attorney general of California, first woman to hold the post, and first woman of South Asian heritage to be elected to the US Senate

Democratic senator from California has a Jewish husband, carried a JNF blue tin as a child, is a fan of Israel's Supreme Court building

After months of consideration, Biden embraces his former rival from the Democratic primary as his vice presidential choice

Presumptive Democratic nominee has pledged to select a female running mate, with several US lawmakers and Obama's ex-national security adviser seen as favorites

Presumptive Democratic nominee has been tight-lipped about his choice of running mate, but is photographed holding notepad with talking points praising the California senator

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