Why did Biden exit the presidential candidacy in the US election?

President Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 presidential race on July 21, 2024, and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement. Biden stated that it was in the best interest of his party and the country for him to step down and focus on his duties as President for the remainder of his term. His decision followed significant pressure from within the Democratic Party, spurred by concerns over his performance during a June debate against former President Donald Trump, where his performance was widely criticized.

Prominent Democrats, including Rep. Adam Schiff, voiced concerns about Biden's ability to defeat Trump in the upcoming election, emphasizing the need for a new candidate to ensure victory and safeguard Biden's legacy of leadership. This growing pressure and a desire to unify the Democratic Party led to Biden's decision to withdraw and support Harris as the nominee.

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