In short: Biden pledges to expand Kamala’s role , especially in building relationships with world leaders, to prepare her for the Presidency should he be unable to complete his second term. To demonstrate how strongly he feels about her abilities Biden announces in advance his endorsement of Kamal for President in 2028. He lists specific steps to be taken in what would be presented as an orderly succession plan to prepare her. “It’s the wise and prudent thing to do.” It gives Biden a face saving gesture and shows he listening, but it doesn’t remove him from the ticket and commit him to leaving office fore the end of his second term. Biden’s endorsement of Kamala for 2028 is the key. It reinforces Biden’s confidence in her as a leader and also makes a pitch for the continuity of government “to finish the job done” for the length of time it may take to defeat MAGA. Biden still planned to complete his second term, and everyone was free to run against Kamala in 2028, but he was offering a long-term solution to a problem that required long-term solving and a smooth transition between administrations. Elevating Kamala’s status allowed Biden to metaphorically step aside for her. (The relationship could be pitched as an Executive Chairman to a CEO.) Now she becomes the one prosecuting the case against Trump, who of course will be saying Kamala is the one who’s really running the country anyway. They’re attacking her anyway. Biden can keep his own pace, maybe run more of a rose garden campaign, take advantage of his office. Let Kamala fly around the country prosecuting the case against Trump. Again, the key is Biden’s 2028 endorsement. Kamala is the only viable option to Biden, so if Biden retires from the race she’s running anyway. Keeping the ticket in tact but adding 2028 to the mix as a long-term vision for the country voters would then be voting for Harris or Biden against Trump. It’s a bold move, but they’re already on the ticket together and it shores up the CBC and other constituencies. The press can find an exit by claiming victory, having finally forced Biden to admit he’s old and listen to their well-meaning advice to take the proper precautions. Did they mention he’s old? By endorsing Kamala for 2028 and committing to a “robust contingency plan” if he can’t complete his time in office, Biden makes this a virtual Kamala vs. Trump election.