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POLITICO Playbook Daily Briefing

July 11, 2024: Biden's pressure-cooker presser

Jul 11, 2024
Politics bureau chief Jonathan Martin and Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels discuss the pressure on Joe Biden to consider stepping out of the race. They highlight the unprecedented panic among Democratic delegates and the challenges faced by the Biden campaign in appeasing concerned party members.
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  • Biden's health is a major concern within the Democratic Party, leading to discussions about his ability to continue in the race.
  • The Biden campaign's outreach to delegates reflects the unprecedented pressure and uncertainty surrounding his candidacy.

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Democratic Delegates Concerned About Biden's Campaign

Concerns have been raised within the Democratic Party about President Joe Biden's health and ability to continue in the race. Some Democrats are publicly questioning his fitness for the role, while others are offering more subtle suggestions for him to consider stepping down. Biden's attempts to shore up support among Democratic delegates are being closely monitored, especially with discussions about potential rule changes to allow delegates to vote more freely.

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