Biden withdraws from the 2024 race after a challenging debate that raised concerns about his age. VP Harris earns his endorsement
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has decided to drop out of the 2024 race for the White House, halting his reelection campaign following a difficult debate with Donald Trump that questioned the incumbent’s capability to lead. This unexpected announcement, made less than four months before the election, has disrupted a campaign considered pivotal by both political parties. Desiring to fulfill the rest of his presidential term, Biden has officially backed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor to challenge Trump, urging his party to unify behind her. This development comes after a turbulent campaign, marked by an assassination attempt on Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania a week prior.
2024 Election Update: Biden exits the race for reelection
President Joe Biden has officially announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race. This decision, revealed on Sunday, alters the course of the election in which Biden was slated to compete against Republican nominee Donald Trump. Biden’s choice to step back from seeking a second term in office comes after a lackluster debate performance that prompted many Democrats to urge him to discontinue his campaign. Biden has expressed his support for Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s nominee, hoping for Democratic solidarity behind her.
Harris, endorsed by Biden, could potentially be the first woman and second Black individual to serve as president
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kamala Harris, already a trailblazer, stands poised to potentially become the first Black woman to lead a major party’s presidential ticket following President Joe Biden’s decision to bow out of the race. Endorsed by Biden on Sunday after his withdrawal due to widespread apprehensions about his candidacy, the 59-year-old Harris serves as a groundbreaking figure, having previously served as the first woman, Black person, and person of South Asian descent to hold the position of vice president. A former prosecutor and U.S. senator from California, Harris made a bid for the presidency in 2020 but withdrew after a brief and turbulent campaign for the Democratic nomination.
Biden’s impact: Extensive accomplishments that did not translate into political backing
WASHINGTON (AP) — While voters have not fully embraced him, historians and political advisors believe President Joe Biden’s legacy will be a positive one. Acknowledged for numerous legislative successes, Biden’s foremost achievement is seen as defeating Donald Trump. Biden’s exit from the presidential race on Sunday opens the path for a new Democratic nominee. The 81-year-old Democratic president declined in popularity following a 90-minute debate with Trump in June, despite initially overriding concerns from lawmakers, party leaders, and donors who urged him to exit the race.
What comes next: Joe Biden aims to pass the torch to Kamala Harris. Here’s how it could unfold
ATLANTA (AP) — With President Joe Biden stepping down from the 2024 race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, Democrats are faced with an unprecedented shift this late in an election year. Scheduled to hold their convention in Chicago in August, Democrats must now conduct an open contest to select a new standard-bearer to challenge Republican Donald Trump. Even with Biden’s endorsement of Harris, the road ahead remains challenging and uncertain, with unanswered questions about logistics, funding, and political consequences.
Democrats praise Biden’s selfless decision not to seek reelection as Republicans call for his resignation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic leaders commend President Joe Biden’s historic choice not to pursue reelection, citing his prioritization of the country and the party over his personal ambitions. Conversely, Republicans are urging Biden to resign from the presidency, arguing that if he cannot run for office, he is unfit to serve as president. Attention has now shifted to selecting Biden’s successor as the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee, with many rallying behind Vice President Kamala Harris. Initial reactions from Democrats did not universally mention Harris, with some advocating for an open selection process for the next nominee.
US official states Biden’s meeting with Netanyahu remains on track despite his withdrawal from the race
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s scheduled meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House will proceed as planned, despite Biden dropping out of the presidential race. This information comes from a source familiar with Biden’s schedule, speaking on the condition of anonymity due to lack of authorization to comment publicly. The timing of the meeting is yet to be confirmed as Biden recovers from COVID-19, while Netanyahu is slated to address Congress on Wednesday.
The Secret Service acknowledges rejecting some past requests from Trump’s campaign for increased security
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (AP) — The Secret Service has admitted to denying certain requests from Republican Donald Trump’s campaign for heightened security at his events. This acknowledgment follows an attempted assassination on Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania about a week ago. Initially denying reports of rejecting the campaign’s security requests, the Secret Service’s chief spokesperson later confirmed that some requests were indeed declined. This development is expected to be discussed at a House hearing on Monday, with Agency Director Kimberly Cheatle set to testify.
Small businesses grapple with global tech disruptions caused by CrowdStrike
NEW YORK (AP) — Businesses across various sectors, from airlines to hospitals, are contending with a malfunctioning software update that triggered widespread technological disruptions on Friday. These outages underscore the vulnerability of a digitized world reliant on a few providers for crucial computing services. While major clients of Microsoft and CrowdStrike are receiving IT assistance to rectify the issues, smaller businesses impacted by the problematic update on their Windows PCs are facing challenges in resolving the situation.
Xander Schauffele emerges victorious at the British Open, securing his second major title this year
TROON, Scotland (AP) — Xander Schauffele, who faced major challenges at the beginning of the year, has now triumphed in two major tournaments. The 30-year-old Californian clinched the British Open title with a flawless performance at Royal Troon, playing a bogey-free round of 65 to inscribe his name on the prestigious silver claret jug. Having previously won the PGA Championship in May at Valhalla, Schauffele becomes the first player since 2015 to capture his first two majors in a single season. His victory at Royal Troon also marks the first time since 1982 that Americans have swept all four major tournaments. Schauffele’s exceptional 65 is now etched in the annals of British Open history.
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