President Joe Biden’s recent endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for the upcoming 2024 Presidential election has revealed significant internal tensions within the Democratic Party.
Biden’s decision to endorse Harris as his replacement was reportedly an act of defiance against prominent Democratic leaders, including former President Barack Obama, as the Western Journal reports.
President Joe Biden has officially withdrawn from the 2024 re-election race. In a surprising turn of events, Biden swiftly backed Vice President Kamala Harris as his chosen successor.
As reported by the New York Post, Biden’s endorsement was seen as a direct challenge to influential figures within the Democratic Party.
Former President Barack Obama had advised Biden to let the party select a new candidate at the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago. However, Biden opted to swiftly endorse Harris instead.
This endorsement has been described as a deliberate act of revenge by Biden for being pressured to step aside. According to a source cited by the Post, Biden stated, "If I’m out, then I am endorsing her."
The decision has caused friction between Biden and key party leaders, including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Obama, Pelosi, and Schumer had supported the idea of holding a "mini primary" to select a new candidate. Obama reportedly preferred Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly for the nomination.
Despite this, Obama publicly endorsed Harris on Friday, expressing his support in a recorded phone call. "Michelle and I couldn’t be prouder to endorse you," he said to Harris.
Obama’s endorsement comes amid rumors of a power struggle and lack of unity within the party, as mentioned in the Post report.
A Democratic Party insider noted that Biden’s move was seen as a betrayal to Obama and Pelosi, describing it as "knifing them in the back" for making Biden stand down.
Biden’s endorsement has spotlighted the clear divide and ongoing conflicts within the Democratic establishment. While Obama has publicly shown support for Harris, the behind-the-scenes tension is palpable.
This development raises questions about the future direction of the Democratic Party and how it will navigate this internal discord.
