Pressure mounts on President Joe Biden to end reelection campaign as more Democratic lawmakers call for his resignation
President Joe Biden is facing increased pressure to end his faltering reelection campaign after two more Democratic lawmakers joined calls for him to quit the race. Montana Senator Jon Tester and California House Representative Jim Costa are among the growing number of Congressional Democrats urging Biden to step aside in favor of a new generation of leaders. Tester emphasized his willingness to work with Biden for the good of Montana but expressed the belief that Biden should not seek another term. The latest calls for Biden to drop out bring the total number of Democratic lawmakers publicly calling for his resignation to 25. Concerns about Biden's physical and mental fitness, particularly in comparison to his Republican challenger Donald Trump, have caused many Democrats to question his ability to win in November. Despite the mounting pressure, Biden has remained steadfast in his refusal to step aside, asserting that he is the most qualified candidate to defeat Trump and attributing opposition to his candidacy to Democratic elites and the media. Meanwhile, Trump's popularity has been on the rise following Biden's lackluster debate performance and a recent assassination attempt during one of his campaign rallies. The latest polls show Trump leading nationally, sparking further concerns among Democrats about Biden's electability. As the election season heats up, the pressure on Biden to reconsider his candidacy continues to grow.
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