What's happened
President Biden will address the nation from the Oval Office to explain his decision not to seek re-election and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. Biden's announcement sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party just weeks before the National Convention. He plans to discuss his future plans and how he will support Harris in the upcoming election.
Why it matters
President Biden's decision not to seek re-election and his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris will have significant implications for the Democratic Party and the upcoming presidential election. His address to the nation will provide clarity on his future plans and how he intends to support Harris in her campaign.
What the papers say
The New York Times reports that President Biden plans to use his remaining time in office to campaign vigorously for Vice President Kamala Harris and advance domestic and foreign priorities. Axios highlights the shockwaves sent through the Democratic Party by Biden's decision and the subsequent excitement surrounding Kamala Harris' candidacy.
How we got here
President Biden's decision not to seek re-election comes after facing criticism for his performance in the first and only debate against former President Donald Trump. His endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris positions her as the presumptive Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election.
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Kamala Devi Harris is an American attorney and politician who has served as the junior United States Senator from California since 2017.
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Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. is an American politician who is the 46th and current president of the United States. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the 47th vice president from 2009 to 2017 and represented Delaware in the United States Senate