Joe Biden has officially dropped out of the US presidential election race. In a letter to the nation, Biden announced he will not seek re-election. He stated that serving as the President of the United States has been one of the greatest honors of his life. Although he initially intended to run again, he has decided, in the interest of the country and the Democratic Party, to step aside.
In his letter, Biden emphasized his commitment to completing his current term and supporting the American people. His decision clears the path for Vice President Kamala Harris in the Democratic Party’s presidential race.
Speculation about Biden’s candidacy had been fueled by concerns over his age and health. This debate intensified after a recent live debate with Republican candidate Donald Trump, where Biden struggled to counter Trump’s accusations. Subsequently, a faction within the Democratic Party pressured Biden to withdraw from the race. Citing these pressures and his health concerns, Biden decided to forgo re-election. With the US presidential election scheduled for November 5, all eyes are now on the Democratic Party’s next move and who will emerge as their presidential candidate.