Public statements from Joe Biden or his campaign

Rep. Lloyd Doggett Praises Biden's July 2 Decision to Withdraw, Calls for Open Primary

Jul 21, 2024, 08:15 PM

Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) has been the first Democratic lawmaker to call for President Joe Biden to withdraw from the presidential race, initially making the call on July 2. Doggett praised Biden's decision to step aside, calling it 'courageous' and a demonstration of putting the country over personal ego. He emphasized the need for the Democratic Party to remain open to all potential candidates, rather than rushing to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. Doggett highlighted the importance of considering all talented individuals for the nomination. His initial call for Biden to withdraw has sparked a national movement within the party.