Scholz called Harris a competent and experienced politician.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Wednesday that he has met with US Vice President Kamala Harris several times and considers her a competent and experienced politician.
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“I met with Harris several times and talked with her quite thoroughly,” Scholz said at the traditional summer press conference.

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“This is a very competent and experienced politician who clearly knows what she is doing and who has a clear understanding of the role of her country, the development of the world and the challenges facing us,” the chancellor said.

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Scholz admitted that Harris could win the US presidential election.

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Current US President Joe Biden announced on July 21 that he would not seek a second term. He endorsed Harris, who has already said she intends to win the Democratic nomination.

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The US presidential elections are scheduled for November 5th.