Democratic Lawmakers Urge Biden to Step Down from 2024 Race

A growing number of Democratic lawmakers in Congress are publicly urging President Joe Biden to end his bid for reelection following a debated performance against Donald Trump. These calls come from 20 Democratic U.S. Representatives and Senator Peter Welch, citing concerns over Biden's ability to win against Trump.

A growing number of Democratic lawmakers in Congress are publicly calling on President Joe Biden to drop his reelection bid. The pressure comes in the aftermath of Biden's lackluster debate performance against his Republican rival, Donald Trump. At 81, Biden has faced concerns over his ability to effectively campaign and win another term.

This push comes from 20 Democratic U.S. Representatives and the first Democratic U.S. Senator, Peter Welch. These lawmakers have expressed their views candidly, urging Biden to step aside and make way for a stronger candidate who can effectively counter Trump's campaign.

While some representatives continue to support Biden's decision, the growing number of dissenting voices indicates a significant rift within the Democratic Party. As the 2024 election approaches, the party faces urgent questions about its best strategy to maintain the presidency.

(With inputs from agencies.)