Joe Biden has announced he is standing down as the Democrat’s nominee for the upcoming US election.
In a statement shared on X, the president said “it is in the best interest of my party” to stand down and “focus solely on fulfilling my duties as president for the remainder of my term”.
Mr Biden has faced increasing calls in recent weeks to stand down over concerns around his age, health, and ability to run the country
Democrat committee chair promises ‘transparent and orderly’ process
The Democratic National Committee chair has promised a “transparent and orderly process” in selecting its next candidate, following Joe Biden’s decision to step down.
Jamie Harrison said the Democrats will share more about “next steps and a path forward” shortly.
“The work that we must do now, while unprecedented, is clear,” he added.
“In the coming days, the party will undertake a transparent and orderly process to move forward as a united Democratic Party with a candidate who can defeat Donald Trump in November.
“This process will be governed by established rules and procedures of the party.
“Our delegates are prepared to take seriously their responsibility in swiftly delivering a candidate to the American people.”
