Biden Bows Out, Saying It’s for Nation and Party; Backs Harris as Democratic Nominee

The president, having vowed for weeks to stay in, says he will address the nation in the coming days to explain his decision.

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President Biden speaks to supporters during a campaign rally at Sherman Middle School on July 05, 2024 at Madison. Scott Olson/Getty Images

President Biden will abandon his reelection campaign, saying that it is in the “best interest” of both the nation and the Democratic Party. He will stay on through the remainder of his term, and tells fellow Democrats to support Vice President Harris for the nomination. 

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