In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday night that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. Biden cited pressure from the Democrat Party as the reason for his decision, stating that he needs to unite the party and pass the torch to a new generation. Despite facing calls to step down, Biden will continue serving as President for the next six months, focusing on lowering costs for working families and defending civil rights.
Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to be Biden’s likely successor, with First Lady Jill Biden urging Americans to trust Harris. Former President Donald Trump criticized Biden’s address as “bad”, while speculation continues about Harris’s potential vice-presidential pick ahead of the Democratic National Convention in late August.
An April Carolina Journal Poll showed that over 80% of voters are spending more on groceries compared to a year ago, with higher prices impacting sentiment about the country’s direction. Reports suggest North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is among the top contenders for Harris’s vice-presidential pick.
The Carolina Journal will unveil their August Poll at a presentation in Wilmington on August 9th, providing insight into the 2024 polling in North Carolina. Stay tuned for updates on how the political landscape is shaping up in the state.
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