Amid growing calls for him to step away from his campaign, US President Joe Biden is meeting with nearly all of the nation’s Democratic governors. Some governors, including California’s Gavin Newsom, Michigan’s Gretchen Whitmer, and Kentucky’s Andy Beshear, will be in attendance, while others will join virtually. The meeting is closed to the press, but several governors have publicly stated their support for Biden and indicated they would not consider the presidential nomination should he decide to step down. Meanwhile, Democratic megadonor Reed Hastings has called for Biden to step aside, although the White House has denied reports of pressure from donors and allies to drop out of the race.
As Biden faces scrutiny over his political future, a CNN poll indicates that 71% of Americans doubt former President Donald Trump would concede if he were to lose an election, while 78% believe Biden would accept the results if he lost. The possibility of Biden stepping aside as the Democratic nominee for president in 2024 is being discussed, with speculation on potential replacement candidates if such a scenario were to unfold. The situation has raised concerns about the potential implications for the Democratic Party and the upcoming presidential election.
In the midst of these developments, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who has been mentioned as a possible replacement for Biden, has expressed interest in meeting with members of a far-right militia who plotted to kidnap and kill her. Whitmer’s handling of threats from the far-right, as detailed in her upcoming book, adds another layer to the political landscape surrounding Biden and the Democratic Party. The unraveling of the White House’s efforts to shield Biden from missteps is also under increasing scrutiny, with implications for his presidency and the upcoming election.
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