Pressure mounts on Biden to go

Pressure mounts on Biden to go

The walls are closing in on Joseph Biden -- the US President is facing the strongest calls yet to step aside and withdraw his candidacy for a second term. He's currently self-isolating having tested positive Covid-19. Our correspondent: Benji Hyer is by the White House and has been following a difficult 24 hours for its current resident.

July 19, 2024 10

World

Joe Biden has COVID. Here’s what someone over 80 can expect

By Hassan Vally, Deakin University If US politics leading up to the 2024 presidential election was a Hollywood thriller, it would be a movie full of plot twists and surprises. The latest twist is President Joe Biden has COVID and is isolating at home. Biden’s doctor says his symptoms are mild and include a runny nose, cough and generally feeling unwell. His temperature, oxygen […]

July 18, 2024 11

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U.S President Biden catches Covid

US President Joseph Biden has tested positive for Covid-19. The White House said in a statement that he is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will now self-isolate at home, cutting short his campaign visit to the state of Nevada. Benji Hyer reports.

July 18, 2024 8

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Amid fresh gaffes, Biden insists he is staying in US Presidential race

Joseph Biden has insisted that he is remaining in America's Presidential race, saying that he the "best qualified" person to defeat Donald Trump. But the President made two major gaffes on Thursday that are likely to fuel calls from Democrat lawmakers for him to stand aside. Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

July 12, 2024 16

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Biden’s future discussed at private Democrat meetings

US Democrat lawmakers are meeting on Capitol Hill to discuss the viability of President Joe Biden standing for reelection amid growing calls for him to step down. Biden says he's "not going anywhere" despite concerns from his own party about his age and mental agility. Nick Harper reports from Washington.

July 10, 2024 7

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Omupresitend gwa America Joe Biden okwa kondema iiponokela yoo missile dha Russia mbyoka ya dhipaga aantu 38 mo Ukraine

Omupresitend gwa America Joe Biden okwa kondema iiponokela yoo missile dha Russia mbyoka ya dhipaga aantu 38 mo Ukraine,tati oshili ondhimbulukitho yomiyonena dha Russia,sho uuvaneke ta nkondopeke okwiipopila kwa Ukraine komewangandjo. Aantu ya thika 190 oyeehamekwa moshilongo ashihe,mwa kwatelwa yamwe koshipangelo shaanona mo Kyiv ohela. iiponokela oyeya sho Biden tiilongekidhile okuunganeka omutumba go NATO mo Washington nena. Aaleli okuza miilyolongo 32 mo NATO ,iilongo iikume,no EU oyeli metyapulo lyo NATO […]

July 9, 2024 23

World

U.S President Biden congratulates U.K Prime Minister Starmer after election win

US President Jospeh Biden has congratulated British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on his party's landslide victory in the UK general election. In a call on Friday, the two leaders pledged to "work together in support of freedom and democracy around the world." Benji Hyer reports.

July 8, 2024 36

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White House denies reports Biden will drop out

The White House has refuted claims that President Joe Biden plans to withdraw from the presidential race, despite concerns within his party about his fitness for another term. Following a weak debate performance, there has been panic and calls for Biden to step aside for a stronger candidate to face Donald Trump in the upcoming election. Biden remains committed to his campaign, and Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed that reports […]

July 4, 2024 12

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Knowing when to call it quits takes courage and confidence – 3 case studies

A man reads the Chicago Tribune announcing President Lyndon B. Johnson’s decision not to run for reelection in 1968. Corbis/Getty Images By Kevin J. McMahon, Trinity College and Michael Paris, College of Staten Island, CUNY After President Joe Biden’s disastrous performance at the June 27, 2024, debate, many Democrats have raced to ring the alarm bell, proclaiming that it’s time for him to step aside, time to […]

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