Minnesota Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips on Wednesday suspended his 2024 presidential campaign after President Joe Biden easily won every state on Super Tuesday.
Phillips entered the race in late October, citing the need for a candidate to replace Democrat Biden, concerns about Biden's electability over former President Donald Trump, and the need for a new generation in the White House. He came forward. After failing to gain momentum beyond the early nomination states, Phillips called He resigned after posting about X and announced his support for Biden in 2024.
“I ran for president in 2024 to resist Donald Trump again, because the American people demand an alternative, and a democracy needs a choice. It's clear that's not me. And it's clear that Joe Biden is our candidate, and it's an opportunity for America to show what kind of country we are and what kind of country we intend to become. ” Phillips wrote. (Related: Before casting a vote, Biden challenger Dean Phillips says he's 'already won' New Hampshire)
“Thank you to everyone who has supported my efforts. We will continue our important work to ensure a more responsive, democratic, and generationally diverse political system,” Phillips added. Ta. “But given the harsh realities facing us today, I ask you to rally, galvanize, and do everything you can to preserve decency and integrity in the White House.” is Joe Biden. ”
CONCORD, N.H. – January 23: Mae Hugo (left), a volunteer for Rep. Dean Phillips (D-Minn.), and Chuck Willing, a volunteer for President Joe Biden’s write-in campaign. Stand outside the polling place. Bull Meadow Barn during the New Hampshire presidential primary. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Self-help author Marianne Williamson not stopped Her campaign took place a few weeks later, on February 28th. to call It will resign and remain in the race for the Democratic nomination.
phillips He has served in the House of Representatives since 2018, flipping a red seat to a blue seat and securing two more terms by a double-digit margin. The congressman was involved in various Minnesota businesses, including Phillips Distilling Company, Talenti Gelato, and Penny's Coffee.
The senator became the second presidential candidate to withdraw from the race on Wednesday, after former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley suspended her campaign after posting just one victory over Trump on Super Tuesday. Unlike Ms. Phillips, Ms. Haley did not endorse her party's front-runner for the nomination.
“To accomplish this, let's welcome Haley supporters, Trump supporters, and uncommitted supporters, using invitation rather than confrontation,” Phillips said. “It is our mission, it is our heritage, and this is our time. Forward with joy and patriotism!”
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