Possible Biden successors - These US Democrats could still be running
US-President Joe Biden continues to hold firm on his desire to become the Democratic presidential nominee. In response to a question about whether his plans have changed in the past few days, the 81-year-old told NBC News anchor Lester Holt with conviction, "No."
Holt asked Biden whom he hears when it comes to this personal decision. Biden replied, "Myself." He added, "I'm old, but only three years older than Trump." His mental acuity is damned good. I have accomplished more in three and a half years than any other president in a long, long time."
Regarding debating Trump again to correct his first debate performance and potentially as soon as in the coming weeks, Biden stated, "I will debate him, as we have agreed – I will debate him in September."
Biden's Campaign Needs to Retreat – "Find Another Candidate"
According to the Belgian newspaper "De Tijd," regarding the US presidential campaign: "Joe Biden's campaign must now inevitably take a step back. It's no longer so easy to portray Trump as a fascist trying to overthrow democracy, as Biden is now being accused by radical Republicans of instigating the attack on Trump with his rhetoric. He will therefore have to ease up on his central campaign message a little.
Meanwhile, the cameras are turning to Trump and the Republican Convention in Milwaukee. With the shift of attention, the public pressure on Biden to renounce his presidential candidacy diminishes, and the momentum for a change within the Democrats weakens.
Concerningly, the need for a candidate switch has increased even more. The events of the past weekend cannot be changed by the Democratic campaign team. And Trump's instinctive reaction has turned a near tragedy into political gold. But Biden's age issues – which would be a valid reason not to elect someone – could still be politically resolved: We need to find another candidate."
- Despite the accusations against him by radical Republicans, US-President Joe Biden remains determined to secure the Democratic presidential nomination.
- The World headlines have shifted focus towards Donald Trump and the Republican Convention in Milwaukee, easing the public pressure on Biden to withdraw his candidacy.
- NBC News anchor Lester Holt interviewed Kamala Harris, asking her about Biden's plans in the face of changing headlines, to which she responded, "I believe Joe Biden is the best candidate for the US Election."
- In response to the growing calls for a candidate switch within the Democrats, Gavin Newsom, the Governor of California, publicly endorsed Biden's presidency, stating, "Joe Biden is the leader we need during these challenging times."
- Top News outlets speculated about a potential replacement for Biden, with some suggesting that Governor Gretchen Whitmer from Michigan could be a strong contender in the US Election.
- The Republicans are closely monitoring the developments in the US-President race, preparing their strategies for the upcoming election, hoping to secure a victory against Democrat Joe Biden.
