Ken Salazar, who served as the U.S. ambassador to Mexico under President Joe Biden, has revealed that he considered running for president in 2024. In an excerpt from his new book, Salazar reflected on Biden's debate performance in July 2024, which prompted him to think about a presidential bid. He expressed concerns about the U.S. border situation, stating he advised Biden to label it a crisis and requested the appointment of a border czar. Salazar noted that while officials within the administration recognized the border situation as a crisis, the White House did not publicly acknowledge it. He recounted a conversation with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, who indicated he was overwhelmed with issues related to border management. Although Salazar did not officially declare his candidacy, he had prepared a campaign team and platform. He criticized the Democratic Party's decision to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris without open primaries, calling it a mistake. Salazar expressed dissatisfaction with Harris's effectiveness as the designated 'border czar,' stating that her efforts did not significantly impact migration flows. He praised Biden's eventual border policies but noted that they came too late to address the ongoing crisis. Salazar's book, titled 'Borderlands: My Fight For An Inclusive America,' discusses his immigration policy proposals and his interactions with potential Democratic candidates, including Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker.
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Former Ambassador Ken Salazar Considers Presidential Run, Critiques Kamala Harris in New Book
Ken Salazar, former U.S. ambassador to Mexico, considered running for president in 2024, citing concerns over the Biden administration's handling of the border crisis. In his new book, he criticizes Vice President Kamala Harris's effectiveness in her role as 'border czar' and discusses his proposed immigration policies. Salazar had prepared for a presidential run but did not officially enter the race.
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