United States - Shortly after withdrawing from the November 2024 presidential election, President Joe Biden has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee, positioning her against former President Donald Trump. In a statement released on his Facebook page, Biden expressed his unwavering support for Harris, urging Democrats to unite behind her candidacy to secure a victory over Trump.
According to Burkina Information Agency, his decision to step down from the presidential race was to focus entirely on his responsibilities as president. He highlighted his choice of Harris as vice president as his best decision during the 2020 campaign and expressed his full support for her to lead the Democratic ticket in the upcoming election. Biden's withdrawal followed a series of public gaffes and perceived underperformances, raising concerns about his cognitive capabilities at the age of 82.
On the opposing side, former President Donald Trump has experienced a resurgence in popularity after surviving an assassination attempt on July 14, 2024. The Republican landscape appears increasingly favorable for Trump as he prepares to reclaim the presidency.