California Democratic Representative Adam Schiff recently made a public statement urging President Joe Biden to exit the 2024 presidential election. Schiff expressed concerns about Biden's ability to defeat Donald Trump in November, stating that it may be time for the President to "pass the torch." This call for Biden to step aside came after Schiff reportedly warned Democratic donors that the party could lose its majority in the Senate and fail to gain control of the House of Representatives if Biden remains the nominee.
Schiff, who is the Democratic nominee for a U.S. Senate seat from California, emphasized the importance of defeating Trump in the upcoming election. Despite Biden's insistence that he will not drop out of the race, Schiff believes that the stakes are too high to risk a second Trump presidency. The lawmaker acknowledged Biden's lifetime of service and contributions to the country but reiterated his concerns about the President's ability to secure a victory against Trump.
In response to Schiff's statement, the Biden campaign referred to the President's previous remarks about his commitment to running for reelection. Biden has stated that he believes he is the best person to defeat Trump in 2024 and has emphasized the importance of unity within the Democratic Party to achieve this goal.
Schiff concluded his statement by affirming his dedication to supporting the Democratic nominee, whether it be Biden or another candidate. He stressed the urgency of coming together as a party to focus on the ultimate objective of defeating Trump in the upcoming election. As the 2024 presidential race continues to unfold, the call for Biden to step aside highlights the divisions within the Democratic Party and the intense focus on securing a victory in November.