On Sunday, US president Joe Biden announced the end of his re-election campaign. This decision came after the Democrats lost religion in his intellectual abilities and the ability to defeat Donald Trump. This unexpected event has led the U.S. presidential race into a completely fresh and unpredictable phase.
Let us callback that Joe Biden, who served as vice president with Barack Obama and later became the 46th president of the United States, is simply a figure with a long and rich political history. His presidency was marked by many challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the climate crisis and rising global tensions.
Despite many achievements, concerns about his wellness and intellectual fitness began to dominate discussions within the Democratic Party.
Donald Trump: Strong rival
Donald Trump, a erstwhile president who lost the 2020 election, remains a strong and controversial rival. His influence on the Republican organization is invaluable, and his supporters are highly loyal. Trump does not hide his ambition to return to the White House, making him a dangerous opponent in the upcoming elections.
His run is based on the slogans of returning to “the size of America” and harsh attacks on Biden's politics.
Joe Biden resigns. What's next?
Biden's decision to retreat from the presidential race leaves the Democratic organization in difficulty. The deficiency of a clear candidate can lead to interior disputes and searching for a fresh leader who will be able to stand up to the Trump fight.
The Vice president shall be listed among possible successors. Kamala Harris, as well as respective senators and governors who can take the glove in this highly hard campaign.
A fresh Chapter in American Politics
Biden's re-election run is an unprecedented event in the latest U.S. political history. The 2024 presidential race enters a new, unknown area that can bring many surprises. 1 thing is certain: the coming months will be full of excitement and amazing twists.
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