US President Joe Biden is facing mounting pressure to drop out of the presidential race, as several reports suggest that his re-election bid is in jeopardy. Democratic lawmakers are considering signing a letter demanding Biden's withdrawal, which could severely impact his prospects.
New polls show that Donald Trump's lead over Biden has increased, further putting pressure on Biden to step aside. Vice-President Kamala Harris is emerging as a potential replacement if Biden decides to withdraw.
Concerns about Biden's viability as a candidate are rising, with campaign officials closely monitoring polls. The possibility of Biden dropping out is causing shifts in the financial markets, with traders adjusting their portfolios based on the potential return of Trump.
Despite the calls for withdrawal, the White House has stated that there is zero chance of Biden stepping down, with Biden himself reiterating his commitment to the campaign. The article also discusses the possibility of Democrats nominating an alternative candidate to replace Biden, with Harris being mentioned as the most prominent name.
However, any candidate switch would require Biden to voluntarily step out of the race, which his campaign says he has no intention of doing. If Biden were to drop out, the Democratic Party would have a limited time to nominate a new candidate, with Ohio's ballot certification requirement posing a challenge.
Representative Raúl M. Grijalva of Arizona becomes the second House Democrat to call for Biden's withdrawal, expressing concerns about his campaign's state and emphasizing the need to fight against the possibility of a second Trump presidency.
