Washington: In a solemn address marking the end of his political career, US President Biden on Thursday said the nation’s democracy lies in the hands of voters. During his Oval Office address, Biden said he ended 2024 bid because ‘I revere this office, but I love my country more.’
“I revere this office, but I love my country more. It’s been the honour of my life to serve as your president. But in the defense of democracy, which is at stake, it’s more important than any title. I draw strength and I find joy in working,” he said.
#WATCH | US President Joe Biden says, “I revere this office, but I love my country more. It’s been the honour of my life to serve as your president. But in the defense of democracy, which is at stake, it’s more important than any title. I draw strength and I find joy in working… pic.twitter.com/u7qOMgcU45
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President Joe Biden started his Oval Office address by explaining his decision to ‘pass the torch’ and end 2024 candidacy.
Earlier this week, Biden called on his supporters to back Vice President Kamala Harris in his first remarks after announcing his decision to not seek re-election. He called his decision to drop out of the presidential race “the “right thing to do,” CNN reported.
Biden made the remarks during a phone call he made into his former campaign’s headquarters to thank the staff and praise Kamala Harris, who visited the Wilmington office on Monday (local time) to visit with staff.
During the phone call, Biden directly addressed Harris and the team, saying, “embrace her, she’s the best.”
On his announcement to drop out of the presidential race, he called it “suprising news” and emphasised that it’s his belief it was the “right thing to do,” CNN reported.
“I know it’s hard because you poured your heart and soul into me,” Biden told the campaign staffers and added, “You’re an amazing team.”
The US President expressed gratitude to the staffers for uprooting their lives for him and his now ended campaign. He said that they have built the “best” campaign organisation in history. He said, “I’ve been honoured and humbled.”
Biden said, “I’m going to be on the road and I’m not going anywhere.” He stated, “I won’t be on the ticket but I am still going to be fully, fully engaged. I’ve got six months left in my presidency. I’m determined to get as much done as I possibly can both foreign policy and domestic policy,” according to CNN report.
Earlier on Sunday, Biden announced his decision to not seek re-election in the “best interest” of the Democratic Party and the country. He has endorsed US Vice President Kamala Harris as the presidential nominee for the Democratic Party and called on Democrats to “come together and beat” Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.
In a letter posted on X, Biden stated, “And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term. I will speak to the nation later this week in more detail about my decision.”
He also expressed gratitude to US Vice President Kamala Harris for being an “extraordinary partner” for him. He even thanked people who worked for his re-election.
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