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Biden Steps Down, Endorses Harris as Musk Faces Scrutiny Over Social Media Issues

President Biden announces he will not seek reelection, endorsing Kamala Harris, while Elon Musk is questioned about Twitter's handling of her campaign account.

Elon Musk, Kamala Harris
Vinod Khosla speaks at the 2024 Forbes Iconoclast Summit on June 20, 2024, in New York. The Bay Area billionaire had some choice words about Donald Trump after Elon Musk urged him to vote for the former president in November.
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Overview

  • President Biden cites age and mental acuity concerns in his decision to step down.
  • Kamala Harris receives Biden's endorsement and vows to unite the Democratic Party.
  • Elon Musk faces allegations of social media interference after users report issues following Harris' campaign account.
  • Musk's financial support for Trump's campaign raises questions about his political motives.
  • Silicon Valley leaders express mixed reactions to Harris' candidacy and Biden's withdrawal.