Worldsfeed News Desk: Messages of gratitude and support for US President Joe Biden flooded in after his surprising announcement on Sunday that he is exiting the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the next Democratic nominee.
This marks the second major event in US politics in just over a week, following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally on July 13, which prompted global leaders to rally around him as the Republican nominee.
Pressure had been building on Biden to withdraw from the race since his poor performance at the CNN presidential debate last month. On Sunday, he confirmed his decision to remain a one-term president, leading to a wave of tributes from US allies thanking him for his leadership.
Biden Withdraws: Endorses Harris as Successor
In a significant shift in US politics, President Joe Biden has announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. Biden confirmed that he will complete his current term and plans to address the nation later this week regarding his decision.
Harris Eyes Historic Nomination
Vice President Kamala Harris expressed her honor at receiving Biden’s endorsement and pledged to “earn and win” the nomination. If successful, she could become the first Black woman and the first Asian American to lead the ticket of a major political party. The Biden-Harris campaign has updated its filings with the Federal Election Commission, officially naming Harris as a candidate and granting her access to campaign funds.
Next Steps for the Democratic Party
The path forward remains uncertain. While Harris is gaining momentum, it is unclear whether she will secure the nomination outright. There are also discussions about how the Democratic Party will proceed with its candidate selection process. Sources close to Senator Joe Manchin, an independent from West Virginia, have indicated that he is contemplating re-registering as a Democrat and potentially entering the race.
Trump’s Response
In response to Biden’s withdrawal, former President Donald Trump criticized Biden as “the worst president by far in the history of our country” during a phone call with CNN. The Republican presidential nominee has also issued a fundraising appeal to his supporters following the announcement.
(News source CNN)
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