Key ally says he would 'absolutely' support 'mini-primary' if Biden exits race

If President Joe Biden ends his campaign — a notion that White House officials poured freezing water on Wednesday — at least one Democratic ally said he'd expect and support a "mini-primary."

CNN asked Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC) whether Vice President Kamala Harris would take the mantle of party nominee should Biden change his mind and step aside.

In response, Clyburn said it would likely come down to several candidates, including Harris and select Democratic governors to compete for...