US President Joe Biden has officially ended his re-election campaign, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate in an extraordinary decision that significantly alters the White House race.
Biden Ends Campaign for Re-Election
In a written statement on Sunday, the 81-year-old President Biden announced his withdrawal, describing his tenure as “the greatest honor” of his life. He emphasized that stepping down was “in the best interest of my party and the country.” This surprising move concludes a tumultuous period in US politics, marked by Biden’s contentious debate with Donald Trump on June 27. Despite his withdrawal, Biden confirmed he will remain in office until January.
Kamala Harris: The New Democratic Hope
Vice President Kamala Harris, 59, expressed her gratitude for Biden’s endorsement. She vowed to “earn and win this nomination” and to unite the country against Trump. Harris stated, “We have 107 days until election day. Together, we will fight. And together, we will win.”
The Road to the Democratic National Convention
While Harris has garnered endorsements from many prominent party figures, her official nomination is pending and may not be confirmed until the Democratic National Convention in August. This delay leaves room for further political maneuvering and speculation within the party.
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Trump’s Resurgence and Republican Criticism
In contrast, Donald Trump has experienced a resurgence, pulling ahead in the polls and securing the Republican nomination at the party’s convention in Milwaukee. This event occurred just five days after he survived an assassination attempt. Following Biden’s announcement, Trump declared the President “was not fit to run… and is certainly not fit to serve.” Senior Republicans echoed this sentiment, urging Biden to leave the White House immediately rather than merely stepping down from the candidacy.
Conclusion
Biden’s decision to end his re-election bid has thrown the 2024 Presidential race into chaos, shifting the spotlight to Kamala Harris as she prepares to face a resurgent Donald Trump. As the Democratic National Convention approaches, all eyes will be on Harris to see if she can unite the party and build momentum to challenge Trump in the upcoming election.
