Senator Joe Manchin wants President Biden to retire and let a younger person take over.
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia made headlines on Sunday when he called on President Biden to step aside and pass the torch to a new generation. In an appearance on ABC’s “This Week,” Manchin praised Biden’s legacy as a patriot but expressed his belief that it was time for a change.
Manchin, who recently switched his party affiliation from Democrat to independent, emphasized that Biden has the opportunity to spend the remaining five months of his presidency on uniting the nation, resolving conflicts in places like Gaza and Ukraine, and demonstrating a smooth transfer of power.
Following Biden’s lackluster debate performance against former President Trump, Manchin initially gave Biden time to evaluate his situation. However, after conversations with Democratic allies and concerns from the donor class about a different direction, Manchin ultimately concluded that Biden should withdraw from the re-election campaign.
Expressing worry about Biden’s health and well-being, Manchin acknowledged that while Biden maintains good communication with him, his concerns about the president’s ability to sustain a rigorous campaign remain.
Despite calling for Biden to step aside, Manchin assured that he believes Biden still possesses the mental sharpness to fulfill his duties as president until the end of his term.
The call for Biden to pass the torch to a new generation has sparked debates and discussions about the future of the Democratic Party and the upcoming presidential election. With Manchin’s stance adding a new dimension to the political landscape, all eyes are on how this development will unfold in the days to come.
