Biden Drops Out of Race, Scrambling the Campaign for the White House
Immediate Withdrawal under Pressure from Democrats
July 21, 2024 10:54 AM PDT | Updated July 21, 2024 5:17 PM PDT
By Peter Nicholas and Dareh Gregorian
President Joe Biden has decided not to seek reelection, a move that comes after his disastrous debate performance last month and his declining approval ratings. The withdrawal, which was announced in a statement released by the White House, sends shockwaves through the political landscape and leaves the Democratic presidential race wide open.
Biden's decision is a major setback for Democrats, who were hoping to rally around him as their nominee in 2024. In recent weeks, Biden's approval ratings have plummeted, and his age and health have become major concerns for voters. The withdrawal also leaves the party without a clear frontrunner, and it is unclear who will emerge as the nominee.
According to sources close to the president, Biden's decision was made after consulting with his family and top advisors. Biden is said to have been struggling with the demands of the presidency and felt that he could no longer effectively lead the country.
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