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10mo ago

Schumer Evades Questions on Biden's Decision to Exit 2024 Race

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer declines to confirm whether he urged President Biden to drop out during a pivotal meeting.

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., speaks to reporters at the Capitol in Washington, Nov. 15, 2022. Democrats celebrating a successful effort to keep control of the U.S. Senate this year will soon confront a 2024 campaign that could prove more challenging. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Overview

  • Schumer repeatedly avoided answering if he pressured Biden to leave the race.
  • The meeting between Schumer and Biden occurred on July 13, days before Biden's withdrawal.
  • Schumer praised Biden's presidency but refused to discuss specifics of their conversation.
  • Reports indicate Schumer and other Democrats may have influenced Biden's decision.
  • Biden announced his exit on July 21, endorsing Vice President Harris for the 2024 ticket.