President Biden addresses nation on decision to drop out of 2024 race

[KARAH RUCKER]

PRESIDENT BIDEN ADDRESSED THE NATION FROM THE OVAL OFFICE Wednesday NIGHT FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE SUSPENDING HIS 2024 PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN.

BIDEN EXPLAINED HIS DECISION TO NOT SEEK A SECOND TERM.

HE SAYS IT’S TIME FOR NEW VOICES —

AND IN THIS ELECTION “THE IDEA OF AMERICA — LIES IN VOTERS HANDS”.

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“nothing, nothing can come in the way of saving our democracy. That includes personal ambition. So I’ve decided the best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation. It’s the best way to unite our nation.”

FOR THE REMAINING SIX MONTHS OF HIS TERM, BIDEN SAYS HE PLANS TO FOCUS ON THE JOB OF THE PRESIDENCY, INCLUDING PLANS TO CONTINUE LOWERING COSTS FOR FAMILIES.

IN HIS ADDRESS – BIDEN REITERATED HIS SUPPORT FOR vice president KAMALA HARRIS TO TAKE HIS PLACE AT THE TOP OF THE TICKET.

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“I made my choice. I’ve made my views known. I’d like to thank our great vice president, Kamala Harris. She’s experienced. She’s tough. She’s capable. She’s been an incredible partner to me and a leader for our country.”

HARRIS IS REPORTEDLY VETTING AROUND A DOZEN POSSIBLE RUNNING MATES — INCLUDING GOVERNORS, MEMBERS OF CONGRESS, CURRENT CABINET SECRETARIES, AND SOME PEOPLE WHO AREN’T PRESENTLY IN PUBLIC OFFICE.

THAT PICK IS EXPECTED TO BE MADE PUBLIC SOME TIME BEFORE AUGUST 7TH.