Biden announces his withdrawal from the presidential race: here's what changes for America
Joe Biden has officially announced his decision not to participate in the next presidential elections. This unexpected news was disclosed through the X platform, where Biden addressed a letter to the nation.
Biden's statement on X
In an emotional message, Joe Biden He reflected on the progress the nation has made over the past three and a half years, noting that serving as president has been “the greatest honor” of his life. Although he had initially planned to seek re-election, he decided that giving up his candidacy would be in the best interests of his party and the country. His intention is now to focus on the remaining presidential duties of his term.
The president wrote:
“Over the last three and a half years we have made great progress as a nation. Being able to serve as president has been the greatest honor of my life. And while it was my intention to seek re-election, I believe it is in the best interests of my party and my country to forego this race, and to focus the remainder of my term on carrying out my duties as president."
Biden's gratitude
Biden announced he would address the nation later in the week, without immediately expressing support for another candidate. She expressed her deepest gratitude to those who worked for her re-election, thanking in particular Vice President Kamala Harris for her extraordinary support. He also expressed great appreciation for the American people and the trust placed in him.
Biden's special thanks
Allow me to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who worked so hard to get me re-elected. I want to thank Vice President Kamala Harris for being such an amazing partner. And let me also express my deep appreciation for the American people, for the faith and trust they have placed in me.
Biden reiterated his belief in American potential, stating:
I believe, today as always, that there is nothing America can't do if we all do it together. We just need to remember that we are the United States of America
The reasons for the withdrawal
Biden's decision came after weeks of intense pressure, which followed a disappointing performance in the first presidential debate. During the debate, Biden appeared tired and confused, often losing the thread of his speech. Episodes that raised concerns about his health and age, which until then had remained in the background. In response, numerous members of the Democratic Party explicitly called for him to withdraw from the race.
Who will succeed Biden?
Predictions give Kamala Harris' candidacy as more likely, given that the funds between her and Biden were shared and her strong presence given her role as vice president.