Biden Reflects on 2024 Campaign Exit, Believes He Could Have Defeated Trump
Outgoing President Joe Biden regrets stepping aside in July, citing confidence in his ability to win despite mounting pressure from Democrats and a poor debate performance.
- Joe Biden privately expressed regret over withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, believing he could have defeated Donald Trump in a rematch.
- Biden faced pressure from Democratic Party leaders to step aside after a poor debate performance and declining poll numbers, leading to his July withdrawal.
- Critics within the party argue that Biden's delayed exit left Kamala Harris with insufficient time to mount an effective campaign, contributing to her loss to Trump in November.
- Biden has also acknowledged other missteps during his presidency, including regrets over appointing Merrick Garland as attorney general and not branding pandemic relief efforts more effectively.
- Despite his regrets, Biden has refrained from blaming Harris for the election outcome, while some Democrats remain divided over his decision to seek re-election initially.