Vice President Kamala Harris, who already has the support of enough delegates to secure the Democratic candidacy for the White House, could become the first woman to occupy the Oval Office in United States history.
If Kamala wins this potential direct contest against former President Donald Trump, another historic fact will mark American politics. The vice president’s husband, Doug Emhoff, will be the first “first gentleman” in the country’s history.
Time to make history, @KamalaHarris. pic.twitter.com/UC01RsSoCt
— Doug Emhoff (@DouglasEmhoff) July 23, 2024
Emhoff was already marked by becoming the first “second gentleman” of the USA, when Kamala took the oath on January 20, 2021.
In Brazil, the husband of a head of state is called a consort. Emhoff currently uses the official account on X (formerly Twitter) @SecondGentleman.
Before Biden and Kamala’s inauguration, he tweeted about his new role.
“I have this growing sense of responsibility. But I know we wouldn’t be here without the support of so many — family, friends and more. Thank you for being by our side as we begin this next chapter.”
As tomorrow approaches and I prepare to take on the role of @SecondGentleman, I have a growing sense of responsibility. But I know we wouldn’t be here without the support of so many—family, friends, and beyond.
Thank you for being in our corner as we take on this next chapter.
— Doug Emhoff (@DouglasEmhoff) January 19, 2021
Emhoff, a successful entertainment lawyer, married Harris in 2014, when she was attorney general in California.
Harris is stepmother to Emhoff’s two adult children, Cole and Ella, who affectionately call her “Momala.” [uma brincadeira com Kamala e a palavra ‘mom’, mãe em inglês].
Emhoff’s support throughout Harris’ career is notable, especially during her campaign.
And despite staying out of the spotlight for the most part, Emhoff spoke to GQ magazine about his new role. “I may be the first second gentleman, but I don’t want to be the last.”
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