Though he was sidelined during Kamala Harris' presidential campaign President Joe Biden had nothing but praise for her in a statement Wednesday that followed the failed Democratic nominee’s concession speech at Howard University. Biden will address Americans in a speech on Thursday morning at 11 am from the White House.

Biden released a statement praising his former running mate, saying she has been a "tremendous partner and public servant full of integrity, courage and character. Under extraordinary circumstances, she stepped up and led a historic campaign that embodied what's possible when guided by a strong moral compass and a clear vision for a nation that is more free, more just, and full of more opportunities for all Americans," Biden said.

Biden claimed that selecting Harris as his running mate in 2020 was "the best decision" he made. "Her story represents the best of America's story. And as she made clear today, I have no doubt that she'll continue writing that story," Biden said.

"She will continue the fight with purpose, determination and joy. She will continue to be a champion for all Americans. Above all, she will continue to be a leader our children will look up to for generations to come as she puts her stamp on America's future," Biden added.

Biden’s remarks about supporters of President-elect Donald Trump being “garbage” did not help Harris’ campaign and she distanced herself from his comments. He did not appear and was apparently not invited to attend any of Harris's “Get-Out-the-Vote” star-studded events on Monday. The president’s name did not appear on any of the promotional material from the Harris campaign.