Biden Faces New Pressure to Withdraw from 2024 Race

Reed Hastings, co-founder of Netflix and a major Democratic donor, has publicly called for President Joe Biden to step down from his re-election campaign following a poor debate performance against Donald Trump. Hastings, along with his wife Patty Quillin, has been a significant financial supporter of the Democratic Party, contributing over $20 million in recent years. The call for Biden to step aside is gaining traction among other Democratic donors and media figures, citing concerns about Biden's age and fitness for office. Despite these pressures, the White House and top-level Democrats, including some of Biden's notable supporters, continue to back his candidacy. The potential replacement process is complicated by procedural, legal, and fundraising challenges, particularly if Vice President Kamala Harris or another candidate were to take Biden's place. The urgency of making a decision is highlighted by the upcoming Democratic convention and the logistical hurdles involved in changing the nominee this close to the election.