In the wake of President Joe Biden’s announcement to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, former President Donald Trump launched a series of sharp criticisms, while Bill and Hillary Clinton endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. Biden cited the need to focus on his current duties as the reason for stepping down, amid mounting pressure from Democratic leaders and concerns about his ability to defeat Trump.
The Clintons expressed their support for Harris in a joint statement, urging Democrats to unite behind her to secure a victory. They praised Biden for his leadership, stating, “We honor Biden for all he has accomplished, standing up for America time and again, with his North Star always being what’s best for the country.”
Trump, however, took the opportunity to highlight what he views as Biden’s failures. On Truth Social, he wrote, “Crooked Joe Biden was not fit to run for President, and is certainly not fit to serve – And never was!” He accused Biden of gaining the presidency through deceit and criticized his handling of border security, attributing increased crime and terrorist threats to his policies.
In a CNN interview, Trump further criticized Biden, calling him the “single worst president by far in the history of our country.” He vowed to correct what he perceives as the failures of Biden’s administration if re-elected, emphasizing his “Make America Great Again” agenda.
With Biden stepping down, Kamala Harris is now the Democratic Party’s frontrunner for the 2024 election. The Clintons’ endorsement signals a strong push for party unity as they prepare for a highly contentious election battle against the Republicans. The 2024 election is set to be a pivotal moment in American politics, with significant implications for the nation’s future.