Several top House Democrats are urging President Joe Biden to step aside from the 2024 campaign, citing concerns about the Democratic Party's chances in the elections, CNN reported. During a leadership call organized by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, apprehensions were raised about Biden's potential damage to the party's prospects. Representatives Mark Takano, Adam Smith, and others opposed Biden, while Maxine Waters and Bobby Scott supported him. No immediate actions were expected before Tuesday's caucus meeting. Biden remains confident, asserting unified party support in Pennsylvania.
Several top House Democrats are urging President Joe Biden to step aside from the 2024 campaign, citing concerns about the Democratic Party's chances in the elections, CNN reported.
During a leadership call organized by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, apprehensions were raised about Biden's potential damage to the party's prospects.
Jeffries did not reveal his stance, leaving the issue open for debate.
Representatives Mark Takano, Adam Smith, Jim Himes, Joe Morelle, Jerry Nadler, and Susan Wild opposed Biden, while Maxine Waters and Bobby Scott supported him.
Concerns include losing the House majority, with some favoring Vice President Kamala Harris as a stronger candidate.
No immediate actions were expected before Tuesday's caucus meeting.
Biden remains confident, asserting unified party support in Pennsylvania.