In a significant development, Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) has become the first Democratic senator to publicly call for President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. In an op-ed published in The Washington Post, Welch urged Biden to ‘withdraw from the race for the good of the country,’ citing concerns about the President’s energy, endurance, and ability to defeat former President Donald Trump in November.This call comes amid mounting pressure on Biden from within his own party. Hollywood actor and longtime Democratic supporter George Clooney recently wrote an opinion piece in The New York Times, stating that while he loves Biden, he believes ‘we need another candidate’. Clooney’s criticism stems from Biden’s performance at a recent fundraising event, where he observed that the President ‘was not the same as he was in 2010 or 2020’.The pressure on Biden is not limited to these high-profile figures. Reports suggest that at least eight House Democrats have openly called for Biden to not seek reelection. Even top Democratic leaders seem to be wavering in their support. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi appeared to question Biden’s candidacy, stating that ‘It’s up to him to decide if he’s going to run,’ but emphasizing that time is of the essence.Despite the growing calls for his withdrawal, Biden remains resolute in his decision to run. His campaign has disputed characterizations of his recent performances and stated that the President is ‘firmly decided’ to stay in the race. However, with recent polls showing Trump maintaining or even increasing his lead, many Democrats fear that Biden’s candidacy could cost them not only the presidency but also their seats in Congress in the November elections.The situation remains fluid, with Biden scheduled to hold a press conference on Thursday to address concerns about his health and mental fitness. As the pressure mounts, the Democratic Party faces a critical juncture in determining its path forward for the 2024 presidential election.
Key points
- Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) becomes the first Democratic senator to publicly call for Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race.
- Actor George Clooney and other prominent Democrats have expressed doubts about Biden’s candidacy.
- Biden remains committed to running despite growing pressure and concerns about his age and fitness.
- Recent polls show Trump maintaining or increasing his lead, causing concern among Democrats.
Contradictions👾While Biden’s campaign claims he is ‘firmly decided’ to stay in the race, some reports suggest that top Democrats, including Chuck Schumer, are open to a ticket without Biden.
