Biden Drops Out of 2024 Presidential Race
Historic Announcement Leaves Race Wide Open
President Joe Biden has officially withdrawn from the 2024 presidential race, shaking up the political landscape and leaving the Democratic Party in search of a new nominee. The historic announcement came in a written statement released on Sunday.
Preparing for a Harris-JD Debate
Prior to Biden's announcement, Vice President Kamala Harris's staff had begun preparations for a potential debate with Republican vice-presidential nominee J.D.
Historic Decision After Speculation
Biden's decision to drop out marks the end of months of speculation over his plans for a four-year term. The 81-year-old president had previously stated his intention to seek re-election, but mounting calls from Democrats for him to step aside ultimately led to his withdrawal.
This article was authored by Peter Nicholas and Dareh Gregorian on July 21, 2024, and last updated at 5:17 PM PDT.
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