Ruth Marcus joins the hosts to discuss Biden's decision, Kamala Harris as presumptive nominee, and Secret Service fallout. Topics include party loyalty, Kamala's evolution, AI in finance, and Secret Service responsibilities.
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Biden's Decision to Withdraw
Joe Biden prioritized two factors: polling data and campaign funding.
He felt Democrats' fortunes were tied to his, and internal pressure mounted.
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Democrats vs. Republicans
The Democratic Party prioritized national interests over Biden's personal ambition.
This contrasts with Republicans' loyalty to Trump despite his legal troubles.
This week, hosts Emily Bazelon and John Dickerson are joined by Washington Post associate editor and columnist Ruth Marcus. They President Joe Biden’s big step down, how the race is evolving with Kamala Harris stepping in as the presumptive nominee, and the fallout of the Secret Service.
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