Vice President Kamala Harris wanted to be the face of the White House’s efforts to expand voting around the country, according to press secretary Jen Psaki, as some see President Joe Biden handing her impossible tasks.

“She actually asked to run point on voting rights. It’s an issue that she is personally committed to and passionate about,” Psaki told reporters Wednesday.

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