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Biden Confirms Democrats, Pelosi's Doubts in 2024 Race Exit

Aug 11, 2024, 04:41 PM

President Joe Biden has confirmed that he was pushed out of the 2024 presidential race by top Democrats, including Nancy Pelosi. In his first interview since withdrawing, aired on CBS Sunday Morning, Biden explained that his Democratic colleagues in the House and Senate believed his candidacy would negatively impact their election prospects. He stated that staying in the race would have been a distraction for the party, which needs to focus on defeating former President Donald Trump. Biden emphasized that his decision was also influenced by a desire to maintain party unity and protect democracy. Additionally, he expressed concerns about Trump being a genuine danger to American security. Pelosi has expressed doubts about the authenticity of the dropout letter, stating it didn't sound like Biden.