Sen. Heinrich and 34 Hill Democrats, including 32nd Dem Rep. Vasquez, Urge Biden to Withdraw from Race

Jul 19, 2024, 08:57 PM

Senator Martin Heinrich (D-New Mexico) has publicly called on President Joe Biden to withdraw from the presidential race, citing it as being in the best interests of the country. Heinrich, who is facing a potentially competitive reelection contest, joins a growing number of Democratic lawmakers urging Biden to step aside. As of today, more than 34 Hill Democrats, including Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM), have made similar requests. This group includes 3 Senators and 29 Representatives, with 10 House Democrats and 1 Senator making their appeals just today. Rep. Gabe Vasquez became the 32nd Democrat to call for Biden to step aside.