President Joe Biden announced on Friday that he plans to resume his campaign activities next week despite increasing speculation about his potential withdrawal from the race in the coming days. In a statement released by his campaign, Biden emphasized his commitment to continue his efforts against Donald Trump’s Project 2025 agenda. He expressed his vision for America, highlighting the importance of saving democracy, protecting rights and freedoms, and creating opportunities for all citizens.
“I look forward to getting back on the campaign trail next week to continue exposing the threat of Donald Trump’s Project 2025 agenda while making the case for my own record and the vision that I have for America: one where we save our democracy, protect our rights and freedoms and create opportunity for everyone,’ he said in a statement released by his campaign,” the statement said.
Biden, currently isolating in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, with First Lady Jill Biden due to a COVID-19 diagnosis, faces growing pressure from within his party. Since Donald Trump accepted the Republican presidential nomination on Thursday night in Milwaukee, six more Democrats have urged Biden to exit the contest. This brings the total number of Democrats calling for his withdrawal to 35, driven by concerns that his candidacy might jeopardize the party’s control of the House and Senate.
Despite the mounting pressure, Biden’s campaign remains resolute. He is scheduled to visit Texas and California at the end of next week to fundraise amid reports that some donors may cease their support. Campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon reiterated Biden’s determination to win, stating on MSNBC’s Morning Joe that he is committed to securing a second term.
On Friday, five additional House Democrats joined the chorus of voices calling for Biden to step aside. Representatives Jared Huffman (D-Calif.), Marc Veasey (D-Texas), Chuy Garcia (D-Illinois), and Marc Pocan (D-Wisc.) issued a joint statement urging Biden to “pass the torch to a new generation of Democratic leaders.” They acknowledged Biden’s achievements and leadership but emphasized the need to address widespread public concerns about his age and fitness, which they believe are hindering the campaign.
Veasey’s call for Biden to step aside is particularly significant, as he is the first member of the Congressional Black Caucus, a group that has strongly supported Biden, to do so. Additionally, Representative Sean Casten of Illinois echoed these sentiments in an op-ed for the Chicago Tribune, asserting that it is time for Biden to “pass the torch.”
As Biden prepares to re-engage on the campaign trail, his determination remains evident, even as internal party pressures and public concerns present ongoing challenges.
This is a developing story and will be updated as new information becomes available.
