Biden ends bid for second term in White House as he drops out of his 2024 rematch with Trump
SUMMARY
President Biden announced on Thursday that he will suspend his 2024 re-election campaign amid mounting pressure from Democratic colleagues, top donors, and Hollywood stars following a disastrous debate performance last month. This unprecedented decision came after increasing public calls from Democrat lawmakers for Biden, 81, to step aside. Diagnosed with COVID-19 on Wednesday, Biden failed to reassure supporters during recent TV interviews. Despite strong backing from House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Biden’s repeated gaffes, including a significant error at the NATO summit, led to widespread doubt about his viability. This announcement ends a half-century-long career in national politics for Biden.
