Schumer Urges Biden to Exit 2024 Race

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer privately urged President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 presidential race following Biden's poor debate performance against Donald Trump, a revelation confirmed by multiple sources including The New York Times. Schumer, who had publicly supported Biden, expressed concerns in a private meeting on July 13, warning Biden that running and potentially losing could tarnish his legacy and negatively impact the Democratic Party's hold on Congress. Schumer reportedly told Biden that a secret ballot among Democratic senators would yield minimal support for his candidacy, estimating only a 5% chance of victory over Trump. While Schumer publicly maintained his support for Biden, he worked behind the scenes to encourage Biden to step aside in favor of a stronger candidate, such as Vice President Kamala Harris. The push from Schumer and other Democratic lawmakers ultimately led Biden to announce his withdrawal from the race. This move was seen as a strategic effort to preserve Democratic achievements and prevent a Republican sweep in upcoming elections.