The White House and the Biden campaign have both vehemently denied a recent report suggesting that President Biden's longtime aides are working on a plan to convince him to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. White House spokesman Andrew Bates stated unequivocally that the report is false and that President Biden's team fully supports him.
The New York Times had reported that a small group of Biden's advisers were concerned about his health and age, leading them to believe he should not seek a second term. However, both the White House and the Biden campaign have refuted these claims, with campaign spokesman TJ Ducklo calling the report 'patently false.'
Despite speculation about Biden's candidacy, he has remained steadfast in his commitment to running for re-election. Concerns about his health and mental fitness have been circulating, particularly following a debate performance against former President Trump. Some Democrats have called on Biden to step down, but he has insisted on continuing his campaign.
In response to the ongoing scrutiny, Biden is set to hold a news conference following a meeting with NATO leaders in Washington, D.C. Lawmakers are eagerly anticipating this event, viewing it as a crucial test for the president. The press conference, dubbed a 'big boy press conference,' will see Biden fielding questions from the media solo, marking his first such event of the year.
