Biden will speak from Oval Office about not running in 2024.

President Biden has made a significant announcement that he will not be running for re-election in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. This decision has sparked interest and curiosity among the American people, and President Biden is set to address the nation on Wednesday to explain his reasons for this choice and outline his priorities for the remainder of his first term. The address will be delivered from the Oval Office, according to the White House.

After being out of the public eye for six days, President Biden was seen at Dover Air Force Base as he returned to Washington D.C. from his home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. During his appearance, he reassured reporters that he is feeling well after testing negative for COVID-19. This marks his first public appearance since his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election race.

In a brief phone call to Vice President Kamala Harris, who is now the presumptive Democratic nominee, President Biden shared his decision to withdraw from the race. His return to the White House will include a daily briefing at 3 p.m., with no public events currently scheduled.

President Biden expressed in a letter that stepping down from the presidential race is in the best interest of both his party and the country. He intends to focus solely on fulfilling his duties as President for the remainder of his term. More details about his decision and future plans will be shared with the nation later this week in a formal address.

During his isolation period after testing positive for COVID-19, President Biden’s symptoms have resolved, as confirmed by his physician, Dr. Kevin O’Connor. Despite the illness, Biden remained asymptomatic with normal vital signs throughout his infection.

On the political front, President Biden is scheduled to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Thursday. Netanyahu’s visit comes shortly after Biden’s announcement that he will not seek re-election. Netanyahu is expected to deliver a speech in front of Congress on Wednesday, with reports indicating that Vice President Harris declined to preside over the address.

Before departing Israel for Washington D.C., Netanyahu emphasized the strong bond between the United States and Israel, reassuring that regardless of the U.S.’s next president, the alliance will remain steadfast. Additionally, Netanyahu has requested a meeting with former President Trump during his visit to the U.S., although it is uncertain whether the meeting will take place.