Democrats’ panic not subsiding as Biden seeks to run out the clock on a swap
By
Rachel Schilke
July 10, 2024 8:15 pm
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President Joe Biden appears to be running out the clock ahead of the Democratic National Convention after the dam on his political future bent but didn’t break following House Democratic caucus meetings and calls with front-liners concerned about Biden’s candidacy for November.
Nine House Democrats and one senator, Peter Welch (D-VT), have publicly called on Biden to withdraw from the presidential race after his poor debate performance and months of gaffes and mishaps. Of the 10, three Democrats spoke out after the caucus meeting in both chambers on Tuesday from which members left divided — some thought there was almost complete unity, while others felt like they still weren’t in sync.
With the convention quickly approaching in a little over two months, Democrats have a short window if they do decide to replace Biden as their nominee. The president has declared he is running in the race numerous times: in a letter to House Democrats on Monday, in private calls and meetings with groups like the Congressional Black Caucus, and at rallies across the country.
However, comments from leaders and top Democrats about the nomination being “Biden’s decision” are signaling that the panic around Biden’s candidacy is not over. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) unleashed a frenzy on Wednesday after noting that it is the president’s choice whether to stay in the race, leading many to speculate about whether Democrats are accepting the inevitable and taking a hands-off approach or insinuating that Biden’s decision to stay the nominee is not final.
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