President Joe Biden is facing increasing pressure from within his own party to withdraw as the Democratic nominee for the 2024 election. Following a disastrous debate performance and concerns about his age and fitness, some Democrats have publicly urged Biden to exit the race.
High-profile donors fear that his struggling campaign could negatively impact other Democratic candidates. Congressional Democrats are set to hold an emergency meeting to discuss Biden's candidacy.
Despite the mounting pressure, Biden remains defiant, brushing off concerns about his age and insisting he will only withdraw if ordered by a divine power. However, questions about his ability to effectively campaign and win against Donald Trump persist.
With the upcoming election, the Democratic Party faces a dilemma as they lack a clear alternative candidate and pushing aside Biden risks alienating key voter groups. Biden's first post-debate interview further highlighted his struggle to address questions about his competence and cognitive abilities.
Democratic senator Chris Murphy emphasized the importance of Biden addressing voters' concerns and proving his capability to continue serving as president. As Biden campaigns in Pennsylvania, a key swing state, his re-election campaign faces calls for him to quit the race.
The resilience that has fueled Biden's career is now being tested, but his pursuit of a comeback risks appearing as blind defiance in the face of mounting challenges.
