In Oval Office address, Biden says best way to 'unite' country is to 'pass the torch'
- President Joe Biden announced his decision to drop out of the presidential race, stating, "the best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation" during an Oval Office address.
- Biden emphasized the importance of democracy, declaring that "the defense of democracy is more important than any title," while endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor.
- He praised Harris as "experienced," "tough," and "capable," stating that the choice now rests with the American people.
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Biden delivers solemn call to defend democracy as he lays out his reasons for quitting race
(AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday delivered a solemn call to voters to defend the country’s democracy as he laid out in an Oval Office address his decision to drop his bid for reelection and throw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris.Insisting that “the defense of democracy is more important than any title,” Biden used his first public address since his announcement Sunday that he was stepping aside to deliver an implicit repudi…
Biden delivers solemn call to defend democracy as he lays out his reasons for quitting race
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday delivered a solemn call to voters to defend the country's democracy as he laid out in an Oval Office address his decision to drop his bid for reelection and throw his support…
Biden delivers solemn call to defend democracy as he lays out his reasons for quitting race - Record Herald
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday delivered a solemn call to voters to defend the country’s democracy as he laid out in an Oval Office address his decision to drop his bid for reelection and throw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris. Insisting that “the defense of democracy is more important than any title,” Biden used his first public address since his announcement Sunday that he was stepping aside to deliver an imp…
Biden admits it's time to pass on the torch
In his first appearance since quitting his reelection bid, US President Joseph Biden Wednesday said during a speech from the Oval Office that his decision had been motivated to protect democracy, to unite the nation against the threat former President Donald Trump represents. However, he never mentioned him by name.
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