President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, triggering political shockwaves.
Biden then approved After President Trump announced that he was not seeking reelection, Vice President Harris was set to succeed Biden. Two hours after receiving Biden's endorsement, Harris said in a statement that she was “honored” to be endorsed by Biden and expressed her intention to “seek and win” the Democratic presidential nomination in 2024.
“I am honored to have the president's endorsement and intend to pursue and win this nomination.”
Vice President Kamala Harris released a statement thanking President Biden and saying she would do everything in her power to unite the country to defeat Donald Trump. pic.twitter.com/YBXKUlvsxq
— MSNBC (@MSNBC) July 21, 2024
Former President Barack Obama called Biden “a patriot of the highest order.” statementPresident Obama said Harris “has never backed down from a fight.” Nevertheless, he did not endorse her nomination, instead expressing “confidence” that “party leaders can create a process that produces an outstanding nominee.”
Joe Biden is one of America's greatest presidents and a dear friend and partner to me, and today we were also reminded that he is a patriot of the highest order.
My full statement is as follows: https://t.co/Bs2ZumFXxe
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 21, 2024
First lady Jill Biden simply reposted Biden's announcement with two heart emojis.
— Dr. Jill Biden (@DrBiden) July 21, 2024
Former President Bill Clinton and unsuccessful 2016 Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton also endorsed Harris in a joint statement.
My statement today: https://t.co/U0meOCtlfp
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) July 21, 2024
“We are honored to join the President in endorsing Vice President Harris and will do all we can to support her,” the Clintons wrote.
Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer He called Biden a “true patriot” and “a truly fine human being.” Hakeem Jeffries The party said it was “forever grateful” for Biden's leadership. Neither party initially endorsed Harris.
Joe Biden is not only a great president and a great legislative leader, he is also a truly incredible human being. Of course his decision was not an easy one, but he has once again put his country, his party, and our future first.
Joe, today you proved you are a true patriot and a great American.
— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) July 21, 2024
My Statement on President Joseph R. Biden Jr. pic.twitter.com/FyHiIn51Kz
— Hakeem Jeffries (@RepJeffries) July 21, 2024
“God has blessed America with the greatness and goodness of Joe Biden,” said former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. I have written Speaking out about X without endorsing a candidate.
President Joe Biden is a patriotic American who has always put country first, and his vision, values and leadership have made him one of the most important presidents in American history.
With love and gratitude to President Biden, who always believed in his promises…
— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) July 21, 2024
Sen. Chris Coons, a Delaware Democrat and co-chair of the Biden campaign, shed tears on CNN as he reflected on Biden's “very difficult decision.”
A few minutes later react Following Biden's announcement on CNN, Trump claimed on Truth Social that Biden was “unqualified to run” for president and “completely unqualified to hold the office of the presidency.” (Related article: Donald Trump's reaction to Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race)
“Villain Joe Biden is not qualified to run for President, let alone hold the office of the Presidency. And never has been! He only got to that office through lies, fake news and never leaving his basement,” Trump wrote.
Republican Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell accused Democrats of “seek to subvert the expressed will of the American people in primaries across the country.” statement. (Related article: Donald Trump's reaction to Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race)
For four years, the American people have faced historic inflation at home, chaos at our border, and weak leadership abroad. Our country is less prosperous and less secure than it was in January 2021. We cannot afford another four years of failure.
Read the full statement:…
— Leader McConnell (@LeaderMcConnell) July 21, 2024
Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson similarly said Democrats had “invalidated the votes of more than 14 million Americans who chose Joe Biden.”
At this unprecedented moment in American history, we must recognize what has happened: Democrats removed Democratic candidates from the ballot just 100 days before the election.
It invalidated the votes of over 14 million Americans who chose Joe…
— Speaker Mike Johnson (@SpeakerJohnson) July 21, 2024
Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley and Co-Chair Lara Trump statement Responding to Biden's announcement, he claimed, “Trump will win this election.”
“As the Democratic Party collapses, President Trump is uniting Americans behind his winning agenda,” a statement from the Republican National Committee said.
