President Joe Biden is facing an unprecedented wave of pressure from within the Democratic Party to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, with at least 35 Democratic lawmakers now publicly calling for him to step aside. Despite this growing opposition, Biden has firmly announced his intention to resume his re-election campaign next week.’I expect to return to the campaign trail next week to continue exposing the threat posed by Donald Trump’s 2025 agenda and, at the same time, defend my own record and vision for the United States,’ Biden stated. This declaration comes as the president recovers from a mild case of COVID-19 at his Delaware home.The pressure on Biden stems from concerns about his age, health, and ability to defeat former President Donald Trump in the upcoming election. Recent polls have shown Biden trailing Trump, with one estimate by Nate Silver giving Biden only a 26% chance of winning the Electoral College vote.Despite the public steadfastness of Biden’s campaign team, led by campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon, reports suggest that private discussions about potential exit strategies are ongoing. According to anonymous sources, the Biden family has begun discussing how he would exit the presidential race if he decides to step down. However, White House press secretary Andrew Bates has denied these reports.The situation has created significant tension within the Democratic Party, with influential figures such as former President Barack Obama, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reportedly expressing private concerns about Biden’s re-election chances. Some Democrats are calling for an open primary process to choose the next party nominee if Biden withdraws.As the Democratic National Convention approaches, scheduled to begin on August 19, the party faces a critical juncture. The growing dissent within the party contrasts sharply with the unity displayed at the recent Republican National Convention, where Trump accepted the nomination and promised ‘an incredible victory’ in November.
Key points
- At least 35 Democratic lawmakers are now publicly calling for Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race.
- Biden has announced his intention to resume his campaign next week, despite growing opposition.
- Reports suggest private discussions about potential exit strategies are ongoing, though the White House denies these claims.
- The situation has created significant tension within the Democratic Party as the National Convention approaches.
Contradictions👾While Biden’s campaign team insists he is committed to staying in the race, there are reports of private discussions about potential exit strategies.
👾The White House press secretary denies reports of exit strategy discussions, but multiple sources suggest such talks are taking place.
