Senator Chris Coons initially suggested that President Biden was contemplating stepping aside for a stronger Democratic nominee to face Donald Trump, sparking uncertainty within the party, but later clarified his full support for Biden's reelection bid, emphasizing his belief in Biden's ability to defeat Trump. Meanwhile, U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have called for Biden to withdraw, with McCollum proposing Vice President Kamala Harris as the replacement and Ocasio-Cortez highlighting broader discontent within the party leadership. Despite these calls, Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan expressed unwavering support for Biden, citing his significant investments in Jacksonville's infrastructure and federal grants, indicating her readiness to stand by him unless he decides otherwise.