Chuck Schumer Pushes Biden to Exit 2024 Race

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has reportedly joined a growing chorus of prominent Democrats urging President Joe Biden to step aside for the 2024 presidential race. This revelation comes from ABC News' Jonathan Karl, who highlighted the increasing pressure within the Democratic Party for Biden to withdraw his candidacy.

Karl reported on Wednesday that Schumer had a candid discussion with Biden over the weekend, where he "forcefully" argued that it would be in the best interest of the Democratic Party and the country for Biden to not seek re-election. “The pressure from Democratic leaders for Biden to get out of the race is intensifying,” Karl noted during ABC’s coverage of the Republican National Convention (RNC). “In fact, one person who has been out there publicly defending Biden told me just a short while ago Biden is going to see the whole house of cards come down soon.”

Key points from Karl's report include:

• Intensifying pressure: Prominent Democratic leaders are increasingly vocal about their concerns regarding Biden’s re-election bid.

• Private meeting: Schumer and Biden had a one-on-one meeting in Rehoboth, Delaware, where Schumer made the case for Biden to bow out.

• Schumer's statement: Schumer's staff did not deny the details of the meeting, only stating, “Leader Schumer conveyed the views of his caucus.”

Karl further mentioned that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries had also expressed similar concerns directly to Biden, suggesting a significant faction within the party is advocating for new leadership.

This internal Democratic turmoil reflects broader concerns about Biden’s ability to lead effectively, especially given his declining approval ratings and the numerous crises facing the nation. The growing consensus among Democratic leaders signals a critical juncture for the party as they navigate the path to the 2024 elections.

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