Democratic Leadership Urges Biden to Step Aside in 2024 Elections As the 2024 presidential race draws closer, top Democratic leaders are reportedly urging President Joe Biden to abandon his re-election bid. Several prominent figures within the party have expressed concerns about Biden’s age, declining approval ratings, and potential legal challenges. According to anonymous sources cited by The New York Times, senior Democrats believe that Biden, who will turn 82 in 2024, is too old to serve a second term. They also point to his low public approval ratings, which have hovered around 40% for most of his presidency. Additionally, Democrats are reportedly worried about potential legal issues that could arise from the Justice Department’s investigation into Biden’s handling of classified documents. They fear that this could become a major distraction and liability during the campaign. One Democratic leader told The Times that “the party needs to face reality” and that Biden should “step aside and allow a new generation to lead.” Another said that the party is “not confident that he can win” against a potential Republican challenger. Biden has not yet publicly commented on these reports. However, he has previously stated that he intends to seek re-election in 2024. The Democratic National Committee has also not officially taken a position on Biden’s candidacy. However, DNC chair Jaime Harrison has said that the party will “support whoever the Democratic nominee is.” If Biden does decide to abandon his re-election bid, it would open up the Democratic primary race. Potential candidates who have been mentioned include Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, California Governor Gavin Newsom, and former First Lady Michelle Obama. The 2024 presidential election is shaping up to be a highly competitive race. The outcome will likely have significant implications for the future of American politics.Biden Faces Internal Pressure to Withdraw, Remains Committed to CampaignBiden Faces Internal Pressure to Withdraw, Remains Committed to Campaign In a series of events in Pennsylvania, President Joe Biden urged his supporters to unite while some Democrats expressed concerns about his fitness for re-election. During a service in Philadelphia, Biden, 81, addressed concerns about his age and vigor, joking that he “looks 40.” He expressed optimism about the country’s future if they remained together. However, privately, several prominent Democratic leaders on the House Democratic Committee suggested Biden should withdraw from the race due to intensifying questions about his mental acuity. Senior Democrats, including members of the Congressional Black Caucus, argued that Biden should remain the party’s choice. Despite the concerns, Biden plans to continue campaigning vigorously and has made personal calls to lawmakers to address their worries. Senator Alex Padilla of California urged the president to “let Joe be Joe” and emphasized their belief in turning around the situation. Meanwhile, five Democratic lawmakers have publicly called for Biden to abandon his campaign, and others have expressed similar concerns. Calls for withdrawal came from both politicians and Democratic National Committee members. Despite the internal pressure, Biden’s campaign has reached out to lawmakers to prevent defections and has asked supporters to speak on his behalf. Former director Rob Reiner called for Biden’s resignation, while Barry Goodman, a Democratic fundraiser, supported Biden but indicated his support for Vice President Kamala Harris if Biden stepped aside. At a rally in Harrisburg, Biden confidently affirmed that the Democratic Party supported him. Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman endorsed Biden strongly, emphasizing his ability to defeat Donald Trump. Some supporters expressed concerns about Biden’s performance but believed he should remain in the race, while others remained skeptical. Democratic Senator Chris Murphy urged Biden to address concerns raised by voters. Despite the internal debate, Biden has declined to undergo cognitive testing and argues that the demands of the presidency demonstrate his mental sharpness. California Democratic Representative Adam Schiff, however, emphasized the importance of cognitive testing for both Biden and Trump.Top Democratic leaders are reportedly urging President Joe Biden to abandon his re-election bid in 2024. According to sources, several key figures within the Democratic party have privately expressed concerns about Biden’s age and his ability to withstand the rigors of a presidential campaign. The president, who is 79 years old, would be 82 at the start of his second term. Some Democrats believe that this would make him the oldest president in U.S. history and potentially raise questions about his physical and mental fitness for office. Concerns have also been raised about Biden’s low approval ratings and the recent setbacks faced by the Democratic party in the midterm elections. Some Democrats believe that Biden is a drag on the party and that running him again in 2024 could jeopardize their chances of winning the White House. The White House has not commented on the reports, but Biden has previously said that he intends to run for re-election. However, he has also acknowledged that he will make a final decision after consulting with his family. If Biden were to decide not to run, it would set off a scramble among Democrats to find a new standard-bearer. Several potential candidates have already emerged, including Vice President Kamala Harris, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.