Not a typical VP, Kamala Harris puts herself in center of action

Presidency seen in her future as she takes prominent White House role

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Kamala Harris waves after being sworn in as U.S. vice president on Jan. 20. She is the first woman to serve in the office. © Reuters

TOMOKO ASHIZUKA, Nikkei staff writer

WASHINGTON -- Just a week into office, it is clear U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will be by President Joe Biden's side at almost every important decision-making meeting during his presidency.

Every evening, the White House sends out to the media the daily guidance for the day ahead. Without exception, it begins with this entry: "In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the President's Daily Brief in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed to the press."

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