Biden Faces Pressure to Withdraw as Democrats Raise Concerns About His Age and Health
House Democrats Join Chorus of Critics Calling for Biden to Step Aside
At least three more House Democrats have joined the growing chorus of voices calling on President Joe Biden to withdraw from the presidential race, citing concerns about his age and health. The latest defections come after Biden's first solo news conference on Thursday, in which he appeared confused and disoriented at times.
Biden's Withdrawal Could Open Door for Harris Nomination
If Biden were to withdraw from the race, political historians say the most likely scenario is that Vice President Kamala Harris would become the Democratic nominee. Harris is seen as a rising star in the party and has strong support among black and female voters.
Biden Jokes About Divine Intervention
In an interview with ABC's George Stephanopoulos on July 5, Biden joked that only "divine intervention" could change his mind about running. However, the recent string of defections suggests that pressure is mounting on Biden to reconsider.
Private Calls for Biden to Withdraw
The public calls from Democrats asking President Biden to bow out of the presidential race have quieted in recent days, but private conversations are continuing. Sources close to the White House say that some advisors are urging Biden to step aside due to concerns about his cognitive health.
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