Political drama as Biden drops out of race, endorsing Harris. Trump reacts. Netanyahu's visit discussed. Various news topics include drone attacks, listeria outbreak, retirement age trends, and hidden self-portrait discovery in England.
President Biden dropped out of reelection, supporting Kamala Harris as his replacement.
Donald Trump strategizes to compete with Kamala Harris, focusing on key election issues like abortion.
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Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race
President Biden abruptly ended his reelection campaign, indicating it was in the best interest of the party and the country for him to focus solely on his duties as president. His decision shocked the political world, leading to the Democratic Party scrambling to select a new nominee to challenge former President Donald Trump. Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement, sparking a new phase in the presidential campaign process.
Implications of Harris's candidacy and Trump's response
Vice President Harris stated her intention to earn and win the Democratic nomination, aiming to unite the party and secure the presidency. While Harris received significant endorsements, her nomination isn't guaranteed, and she faces the challenge of convincing enough delegates. Donald Trump expressed frustration at Biden's withdrawal, shifting his focus to competing with Harris and strategizing to leverage her potential candidacy against him, notably on key election issues like abortion.
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Political Drama Unfolds: Biden Drops Out, Endorses Harris; Trump Reacts; Netanyahu's Visit to DC