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Biden Hesitated to Drop Re-Election Bid Over Concerns About Harris's Chances Against Trump, Axios Reported

Jul 22, 2024, 10:40 AM

President Joe Biden hesitated to drop his re-election campaign partly due to concerns about Vice President Kamala Harris's ability to defeat Donald Trump in the upcoming election. Despite growing calls for Biden to step down, prominent Democratic officials and donors continued to express doubts about Harris's viability as a presidential candidate. These concerns stem from her previous unsuccessful White House run and her performance as vice president. Sources indicate that Biden and his senior advisers were not confident in Harris's chances against Trump, which contributed to the delay in his decision to withdraw from the race. Axios reported this information, citing three people familiar with the discussions.