US President Joe Biden said Sunday he was endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for the 2024 election after announcing he was dropping out of the race for the White House. Biden ended his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before the election. Read our blog to see how the day’s events unfolded.
- US President Joe Bidenannounced Sunday that he was dropping out of his reelection battle with Donald Trump. The octogenarian president spent more than three weeks resisting calls to step down following a shaky performance in a debate against Trump on June 27.
- Biden said Sunday he was endorsing Vice President Kamala Harrisas the Democratic nominee for the 2024 election, saying he was offering Harris his “full support”.
- Biden said he would “speak to the nation later this weekin more detail” about his decision.
Israeli Defence Minister thanks Biden for ‘unwavering support’ for Israel
Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant late on Sunday thanked US President Joe Biden for his “unwavering support” for Israel over the years, following Biden decision to quit the race for reelection.
“Your steadfast backing, especially during the war, has been invaluable. We are grateful for your leadership and friendship”, he said on X.
Biden’s decision not to seek reelection hailed by prominent Democrats
Prominent Democrats were quick to hail Biden’s decision to not seek reelection. From former presidents to current lawmakers, Biden’s party faithful rallied around him as he passed the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris. The president said he will address the nation later this week “in more detail about my decision.”
Source: france24.com
