In a televised speech, President Joe Biden explained his decision to withdraw from the campaign against Republican contender Donald Trump and announced his endorsement of Kamala Harris.
President Joe Biden announced on July 21 that he was exiting the U.S. presidential reelection contest in response to increasing calls for his resignation from within his Democratic Party. In a rare Oval Office speech, the President addressed his decision to step down from the 2024 race and pass the leadership to the next generation of leaders.
Joe Biden becomes emotional as he addresses his exit from the 2024 Presidential race.
Biden described his exit as an act intended to unite the country, to which he has dedicated his decades-long career. His speech was solemn and heartfelt. The President said, “This sacred task of protecting our Union is not about me. It’s about you. Your families. Your futures.”
Joe Biden backs Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential elections. Biden emphasized his support for his vice president, Kamala Harris, who is 22 years younger than him, while addressing age concerns that were heightened following his performance during the first 2024 presidential debate against former President Donald Trump.
Biden said he decided that the best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation, adding, “It’s the best way to unite our nation. There is a time and place for new voices, fresh voices, yes, younger voices, and that time and place is now.” He praised Harris as experienced, tough, capable, an incredible partner to him, and a leader for the country.
Furthermore, Biden discussed his future goals for the next six months, focusing on addressing gun violence, combating climate change, advancing economic growth, and pursuing Supreme Court reform.
The president remained silent in response to persistent Republican concerns about his fitness for office. Earlier, the White House dismissed GOP demands for him to step down immediately as “ridiculous” and stated that his health had “nothing” to do with his decision.
Hunter and Ashley Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and other grandchildren were among the family members who attended his speech.
Joe Biden Drops Out of the Presidential Race 2024
On Sunday, July 22, US President Joe Biden announced on X (formerly Twitter) his decision to withdraw from this year’s presidential race. “While it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term,” his post read.
His statement also clarified that he would provide details behind his decision to step down to the public sometime in the future. This announcement came in the wake of former President Donald Trump’s assassination attempt, which increased tension at the White House ahead of the elections. With Biden stepping down, the White House race has entered uncharted territory.
Biden bid farewell to his presidency in a lengthy post, congratulating the American people for overcoming a pandemic and the “worst economic crisis since the Great Depression.” He also expressed gratitude to his associates, staff, and Vice President Kamala Harris for being an “excellent partner” during his tenure.
