President Joe Biden will address the nation on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET from the White House. The main focus of his speech will be his decision to exit the presidential race. Biden plans to explain his choice and discuss what he intends to accomplish during the remaining months of his presidency.
Tomorrow evening at 8 PM ET, I will address the nation from the Oval Office on what lies ahead, and how I will finish the job for the American people.
— President Biden (@POTUS) July 23, 2024
Biden announced his decision to step down in a letter released on Sunday. He stated that he would not accept the Democratic nomination for re-election and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his preferred successor. Biden’s decision comes after he was diagnosed with Covid-19, which delayed his public statement.
In his letter, Biden mentioned that he believes stepping aside is in the best interest of both the Democratic Party and the country. He emphasized that while he initially intended to seek re-election, focusing on his current duties as President is the most responsible course of action.
Biden will return to the White House from Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, where he has been isolating and recovering from Covid-19. He is expected to be back in Washington on Tuesday afternoon. His team has been preparing his speech while he is still in Rehoboth, to make his first major appearance after returning to the capital.
The exact details of the speech, including the setting and format, are still being worked out. However, it is anticipated that Biden’s address will be delivered from the White House. The President aims to use this opportunity to connect directly with the American people and provide clarity on his decision and future plans.
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