US President Joe Biden has announced he will not seek re-election, stating “it is in the best interest of my party and the country.”
This decision, revealed just four months before the presidential election, comes after significant pressure from fellow Democrats following a poor debate performance against Republican candidate Donald Trump in late June.
Biden’s withdrawal reshapes the race for the White House, as he endorses Vice President Kamala Harris.
In his social media statement, Biden expressed that serving as president has been his greatest honor and emphasized the importance of focusing on his current duties for the remainder of his term.
Biden’s decision to step down was influenced by mounting calls from within his party, with concerns that his campaign could jeopardize their chances in the upcoming November elections.
Despite the support for Harris from Biden, it remains uncertain whether she will be the unopposed candidate for the Democratic nomination.
The Democratic National Convention, set to begin on August 19 in Chicago, will likely address this question.
Meanwhile, Biden conveyed his appreciation for Harris, calling her an “extraordinary partner,” and expressed his gratitude to the American people for their trust in his leadership.
