Biden drops reelection bid, endorses Harris due to opposition within Democratic Party

From Investing.com: 2024-07-21 15:47:04

U.S. President Joe Biden drops his reelection bid and endorses Vice President Kamala Harris after facing intense opposition within the Democratic Party. This marks the first time in over half a century that an incumbent president has given up his party’s nomination. Trump believes Harris will be easier to defeat in the election. Congressional Republicans question Biden’s capacity to continue governing. Biden’s departure sets up a sharp contrast between Harris, a former prosecutor, and Trump, who is facing multiple lawsuits related to the 2020 election. Democratic Party faces a historic gamble with their selection of Harris as the presidential nominee.



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