Schumer pressed Biden on candidacy: Reports

SUMMARY

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) reportedly urged President Biden to drop out of the 2024 race during a private conversation last weekend. ABC News cited multiple Democratic sources who revealed that Schumer had a "blunt conversation" with Biden in Rehoboth Beach, Del., expressing concerns over Biden's impact on down-ballot races following a poor debate performance against Trump. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) also reportedly suggested that Biden's candidacy could jeopardize Democratic chances in congressional races. Schumer's spokesperson confirmed he conveyed the caucus's views but did not provide further details. Politico reported Schumer discussed polling and Democratic Party direction with Biden. Despite public support for Biden, both Schumer and Jeffries expressed private doubts about his viability as a candidate