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President Joe Biden has announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 re-election campaign. In a letter released Sunday afternoon, he highlighted the accomplishments of his nearly four-year term.
Currently receiving treatment for COVID-19, President Biden has faced persistent calls from close advisors and influential figures within the Democratic Party to end his campaign. Following a challenging debate performance against Donald Trump, high-ranking officials, including former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, have increasingly advocated for a leadership change.
The party’s leadership is actively seeking a successor, with Vice President Kamala Harris frequently mentioned as a potential candidate.
This significant move echoes President Lyndon Johnson’s 1968 decision to not seek re-election, focusing instead on the Vietnam War. President Biden has committed to fulfilling the remainder of his term and plans to address the nation later in the week. Updates to follow.
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