Democrat Governors Issue Messages of Support for Biden: ‘Time to Have His’ Back
SUMMARY
Following President Joe Biden's debate performance, several Democratic governors voiced their support for him as the party's presidential nominee. Governors Gavin Newsom (CA) and Gretchen Whitmer (MI), along with others like Wes Moore (MD), Maura Healey (MA), Ned Lamont (CT), Katie Hobbs (AZ), and Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, expressed their backing after a meeting with Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Newsom emphasized Biden's commitment, Whitmer affirmed Biden's nomination, and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper highlighted the importance of defeating Donald Trump. Moore acknowledged concerns about Biden's performance but affirmed support for his re-election.
