Summary
- US President Joe Biden quits race for re-election
- Endorses Vice-President Kamala Harris as his successor
- Decision came after disastrous debate performance
- Democratic party leaders, donors, and organisers pressured Biden to step aside
Summary
- President Biden announced his resignation, making way for a younger candidate.
- Some newspapers reported that Biden quit, was forced to stand down, or caved in to pressure.
- The New York Times praised Biden for prioritizing the national interest over his own ambitions.
- The Washington Post highlighted the need for an open and competitive nomination process for selecting the next Democratic candidate.
Summary
- Joe Biden drops out of the White House race
- Kamala Harris endorsed as his replacement
- Media outlets around the world cover the news extensively
- Speculation on potential impact of Biden’s decision on the election