With concerns growing over President Joe Biden‘s health ahead of the presidential elections, the democratic party is under heavy pressure to remove Biden from the race. Sources have now indicated that the president may be coming to grips with the possibility of bowing out of the 2024 elections. People close to him have revealed that there is a growing sense of acceptance of a potential defeat in him.
This comes just a day after the president tested positive for Covid-19. Though it is not a final decision yet, the pressure is mounting from within his party. Earlier Biden had reiterated that he is resolved to contest the elections this year no matter what comes. However, he has seemingly gotten his spirits dampened.
Joe Biden’s Close Sources Reveal He Might Bow Out Of Presidential Race
An insider has recently hinted that Joe Biden’s resolve to stay in the race is being tested by three key factors: former Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s strong interventions, new state polls suggesting a tough path to an Electoral College win, and a boycott by major party donors. As the pressure on his party to make him bow out mounted, discussions among Biden’s advisors progressed to planning the timing and details of an announcement if he decides to withdraw.
While some anticipate an announcement could come within days, the timeline remains uncertain as Biden is isolating at his vacation home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, after getting diagnosed with Covid.
Reports suggest that five people close to the president have spoken anonymously to avoid offending him. Expectations are rising within the Democratic Party that Biden might soon relent, which would mark a significant shift from the previous despair over changing his mind. However, caution remains as Biden’s circle of confidants is notably small.
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Joe Biden Has Had A Track Record Of Overcoming The Odds
Over the last few days, especially after the presidential debate, the pressure increased with public defections from prominent Democrats. Representative Jamie Raskin urged Joe Biden to reconsider his campaign, as he likened the 81-year-old to a tiring baseball pitcher. Senator Jon Tester of Montana, facing a tough re-election battle, also advised Biden to step aside.
Despite the pressures, White House officials have consistently denied that Biden is considering dropping out. They have in fact attributed reports of his potential exit to a coordinated leak campaign by Democratic leaders. Senior adviser Mike Donilon also reassured Biden that the race remains competitive, and his family has been supportive of his continued candidacy. They also cited his proven track of overcoming adversities.
Biden is known for his pride and stubbornness, and maintaining a mental checklist of past victories against the odds. It has also been noted by many that the Democratic leader tends to dig in when pushed.
As Biden battles Covid, his team remains hesitant to press for a decision. It now remains to be seen when the White House or Biden’s party will give an official confirmation.
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