White House responds to report about Biden considering dropping out of race

President Biden is currently pondering whether he should continue as the Democratic presidential nominee, a recent report claims. The New York Times revealed that Biden has confided in a “key ally” about his doubts regarding his ability to secure re-election following his lackluster debate performance.

The report stated that the President realizes the crucial nature of his upcoming appearances, particularly an interview with George Stephanopoulos of ABC News and campaign stops in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. A source, whose identity was not disclosed, emphasized that Biden comprehends the importance of these events, stating, “He knows if he has two more events like that, we’re in a different place” by the end of the weekend.

Despite these concerns, a top advisor to the President affirmed that Biden is fully aware of the political challenges he faces ahead. However, White House spokesman Andrew Bates refuted the report shortly after it was published. Additionally, Quentin Fulks, principal deputy Biden campaign manager, rejected the allegations on CNN, asserting that the President is steadfast in his commitment to win the race.

President Biden, now 81 years old, is enduring a challenging phase in his pursuit of a second term in the Oval Office. His lackluster performance at the CNN Presidential Debate sparked anxiety within the Democratic Party, leading to calls from various quarters for him to step down as the party’s nominee for the upcoming election. As criticism mounts, a growing number of elected Democrats have joined the chorus urging Biden to reconsider his re-election bid.

On Wednesday, Biden is scheduled to meet Democratic governors at the White House, following a conference call led by Democratic Governors Association (DGA) Chair Gov. Tim Walz that addressed the fallout from the debate. Despite widespread acknowledgment of the President’s shaky performance at the debate, many governors, including those speculated as potential replacements in the unlikely event of Biden’s withdrawal, have pledged to stand by him.

A recent USA TODAY/Suffolk University poll revealed that over 40% of Democrats believe the party should intervene and replace Biden as the nominee. Furthermore, a majority of voters, totaling 54%, expressed support for Biden dropping out of the race.

In conclusion, President Biden finds himself at a crossroads as he navigates the mounting pressure to reassess his re-election bid. The coming days will prove pivotal in determining the future of his campaign and the Democratic Party’s prospects for the upcoming presidential election.