Today in History: President Joe Biden drops his bid for reelection
- Posted on July 21, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
In a pivotal moment for American politics, President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race on July 21st. His decision came after mounting pressure from within the Democratic Party following a concerning debate performance against Republican rival Donald Trump, which sparked widespread concerns about his cognitive capabilities and capacity to serve another term. This unexpected development reshaped the electoral landscape and prompted Vice President Kamala Harris to emerge as the Democratic frontrunner.
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Today in History: President Joe Biden drops his bid for reelection
On July 21, 2024, President Joe Biden dropped his bid for reelection following a disastrous campaign debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about the Democratic incumbent’s fitness for office. (Trump would go on in the fall to …
