Four House Democrats have issued a joint statement urging President Biden to withdraw from the presidential race, adding to the mounting pressure on him to step aside. The Democratic representatives, Jared Huffman, Marc Veasey, Chuy Garcia, and Mark Pocan, expressed their admiration for Biden's personal qualities and his years of public service but emphasized the need for a new generation of leaders to take the reins.
In their statement, the lawmakers highlighted the importance of defeating Donald Trump to safeguard democracy, protect alliances, and uphold the rules-based international order. They acknowledged Biden's accomplishments during his presidency but raised concerns about public perceptions regarding his age and fitness, which they believe are undermining his chances of a successful campaign.
The representatives pointed to Vice President Kamala Harris and a 'deep and talented bench of younger leaders' within the Democratic Party as potential successors to Biden. They argued that Biden stepping aside would inject new energy and enthusiasm into the campaign, potentially reshaping its trajectory ahead of the upcoming convention.
With 27 Congressional Democrats now calling on Biden to exit the race, the pressure on the President to reconsider his candidacy continues to grow. The statement from these lawmakers underscores the internal debate within the Democratic Party about the best path forward for securing victory in the upcoming election.
