Gabby Giffords in Michigan

Former Arizona Congresswoman Gabby Giffords is campaigning for Vice President Kamala Harris in Michigan this weekend as part of Harris' campaign efforts following President Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race. Giffords, a survivor of a 2011 assassination attempt, will participate in events aimed at mobilizing support for Harris, whose candidacy has received endorsements from various Michigan Democrats. Giffords' husband, Sen. Mark Kelly, is considered a leading candidate for the vice presidential nomination alongside other potential candidates like Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro. Kelly has voiced concerns regarding Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance's positions on women's rights, particularly in the context of abortion. Giffords emphasizes the importance of gun reform, a cause she advocates passionately due to her personal experience with gun violence. The Harris campaign is ramping up efforts with a significant mobilization plan as the election approaches.