Maryland Governor Wes Moore endorses Kamala Harris for Democratic nominee

BALTIMORE -- Maryland Governor Wes Moore has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee after President Joe Biden announced that he was dropping out of the Presidential race .

"The American people deserve a champion who will continue the progress of the Biden-Harris Administration, and that's why I am proud to voice my full support and offer my full endorsement to Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic nominee for President."

He's been a firm supporter of President Biden throughout this process, serving on a national advisory board for the campaign, even as other Democrats ramped up pressure on Biden to consider dropping out.

In a statement yesterday, he thanked President Biden for his dedication to the country and Maryland during his term.

Moore pointed to his frequent partnership with the White House, highlighting infrastructure investment, job growth, and most notably, support in the wake of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse .

On CBS' Face the Nation last month, Moore said he would not pursue the Democratic nomination for president if Biden were to step aside and remained firm in standing behind him.

Following Governor Moore's announcement, the Maryland Democratic National Convention delegates announced a unanimous vote to endorse Harris.

"Vice President Kamala Harris possesses experience that uniquely qualifies her to serve as President of the United States, a strong track record of delivering for the American people on the heels of the Biden Harris Administration, and the leadership to unite the party through this unprecedented time," Maryland Democratic Party Chair Ken Ulman said.  "The Maryland Democratic Delegation stands unanimously behind her candidacy, eager to cast our votes for her and campaign vigorously for a historic victory this November."