US President Joe Biden is facing a crucial week ahead, with challenges at home and abroad as calls for him to end his bid for re-election gain momentum.
Despite being 81 years old, Biden has refused to step down after a disastrous debate against opponent Donald Trump raised concerns about his age and ability to serve until 2029.
His allies are pushing for him to prove that he is the best candidate to defeat Trump in the upcoming election.
“This week is going to be absolutely critical,” Democratic Senator Chris Murphy stated in an interview with CNN on Sunday.
NATO leaders also need reassurance as they convene for a summit in Washington, with many European nations anxious about a potential Trump victory in November.
After a busy day campaigning in Pennsylvania, Biden is preparing for the NATO summit with no public events scheduled for Monday.
Meanwhile, First Lady Jill Biden is set to campaign in Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina in support of her husband.
Democratic lawmakers will return to Capitol Hill under pressure to support Biden or call for him to step aside.
With the NATO summit beginning on Tuesday, there may be a turning point as Democratic congressmen meet and dissent against Biden escalates.
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Recently, five Democratic lawmakers have urged Biden to withdraw from the race, and party leaders like Nancy Pelosi have raised concerns about his health.
Four senior congressmen reportedly stated on a call with party lawmakers that it’s time for Biden to exit the race.
As election day approaches, Democrats face scrutiny over any potential moves to replace Biden as the nominee.
Biden’s next major test will be a press conference during the NATO summit on Thursday, followed by campaigning in Michigan and a visit to his home in Delaware.
The campaign is ramping up activities for July, but some Democrats warn that the risk of a second Trump presidency is too great to ignore.
“There’s only one reason” the race between Trump and Biden is close, according to Democratic Representative Adam Schiff, “And that’s the president’s age.”
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