‘There are two things that are important in American politics,’ said Mark Hanna. ‘The first is money and I can’t remember what the second one is.’ Kamala Harris, who cut her political teeth in the mega-rich world of west coast Democratic politics, understands that point well.

The immediate threat to Harris comes from the right of her party

Following Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 election, she’s already made sure the big money is right behind her.