President Joe Biden is facing mounting pressure from within his own party to step aside from the 2024 race, despite his efforts to rally support and confront Republican Donald Trump. Nearly 35 Democrats in Congress have called for Biden to exit the race, citing concerns about his ability to defeat Trump and lead the country for another term.
The Democratic National Convention, just a month away, should have been a unifying moment to nominate Biden as the incumbent president. However, the party finds itself at a crossroads with a lack of consensus on the path forward.
Biden, currently isolating with a COVID infection at his Delaware home, is determined to return to the campaign trail next week. His team is gearing up to counter Trump's 'dark vision' and secure victory at the ballot box.
While some Democrats have suggested an open nominating process to select a new candidate, others have voiced support for Vice President Kamala Harris as a potential replacement. The party remains divided on both whether Biden should stay in the race and how to proceed if he steps aside.
A recent poll indicates that a majority of Democrats believe Harris would do a good job as the party's nominee. However, Biden still maintains strong support from key Democratic caucuses, despite the growing calls for him to end his reelection bid.
As the debate intensifies within the party, Biden's next steps remain uncertain. With the November election looming and the GOP energized after nominating Trump, Democrats are grappling with a critical decision that could shape the future of their party and the nation.
