Staff Reports
Calls for President Biden to step down from the 2024 race have intensified among some Democrats, with Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez leading the charge by not only urging Biden to withdraw from the race but also to resign from office. Concerns about Biden’s age, health, and decision-making capabilities have been echoed by Perez and her constituents in Southwest Washington.
Rep. Jim Himes further escalated the pressure on Biden, highlighting the president’s historical achievements but cautioning against risking his legacy and American democracy by continuing in the face of potential challenges from Donald Trump. Following Biden’s NATO press conference, Himes made a public statement urging the president to step aside.
NEWS: Moments after President Biden concluded his news conference, House Intel top Democrat JIM HIMES calls on Biden to step aside.
He calls Biden a “remarkable leader of unparalleled public service” but he no longer believes that Biden is the strongest candidate to beat Trump. pic.twitter.com/HopmvLBBRv
— Julie Tsirkin (@JulieNBCNews) July 12, 2024
Rep. Scott Peters joined the chorus of voices calling for Biden to exit the presidential campaign, emphasizing the high stakes and the need for a change in direction. These calls for Biden’s resignation reflect a growing sentiment within the Democratic Party that the president may not be the strongest candidate to lead against Trump in the upcoming election.
As the pressure mounts on President Biden from within his own party, the political landscape for the 2024 race continues to evolve. With some Democrats openly questioning Biden’s fitness for office and leadership capabilities, the stage is set for a potentially contentious primary season as the party seeks to find a candidate who can effectively challenge the opposition.
