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

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.

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US President Joe Biden Clings on to Democratic Support

US President Joe Biden is clinging on to his political future despite intense pressure not to run for re-election, even as Democrats consider calls for him to bow out. One Democratic Senator has suggested Donald Trump might be on track to claim the presidency "in a landslide", and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has hardly given him a ringing endorsement. Mitch McCann reports:

July 11, 2024 18

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U.S Democrats divided in private meetings over Biden’s re-election

There's been consensus reached at U.S Democratic Party meetings on whether US president Joe Biden should suspend his reelection bid. The make-or-break private sessions saw Democrats in both the House and Senate discuss the president's future, but without reaching any decisions. Chair of the House Democratic Caucus Pete Aguilar agreed there were differing opinions at Tuesday's meeting. But pushed back on suggestions Biden is losing support. Meanwhile at the […]

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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.

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Germany’s Scholz Says He’s not worried about Biden’s fitness

As a growing number of US democrats voice concerns about the electability of Joe Biden, one key European leader has expressed public confidence in the President. From Berlin, Trent Murray has the details.

July 9, 2024 36

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Several top House Democrats call for Biden to drop re-election bid in private meeting

At least four house democrats have called on Joseph Biden to drop his re-election bid during a virtual meeting with minority leader Hakeem Jeffries, according to US media reports. There has been growing anxiety within the President's own party about his mental fitness, following his stilted debate performance against Donald Trump. Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has the details.

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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 […]

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US president congratulates president Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election and the successful formation of the government

US president, Joseph Biden has congratulated president Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election and the successful formation of the government of national unity. The two leaders had a telephone conversation on Tuesday evening. Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says Biden has pledged that America will work closely with the seventh administration government on key areas such as economic growth, job creation, social development and climate change:

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