United States President Joe Biden has finally succumbed to pressure and withdrawn from the November presidential election, citing failing health and low approval ratings.
Biden’s withdrawal raises significant questions about his replacement on the Democrat ticket, with less than four months remaining before the election. He has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the party’s nomination, but the Democratic National Convention next month will likely determine his successor.
The pressure on Biden began within his party after a poor performance in the presidential debate on June 27, where he struggled with his responses and occasionally lost his train of thought. In recent days, numerous Democratic leaders, including members of Congress and influential party supporters, have urged him to withdraw. The situation was further exacerbated when it was announced on Thursday that Biden had contracted Covid-19, marking the final blow to his campaign.
