Dems Say Drop Out But Race Is Tied

Published: Thu, 07/11/24

Updated: Tue, 07/16/24

Most Democrats, along with two-thirds of adults overall, believe President Biden should end his reelection campaign, according to a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll.Insert Preheader


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Dems Say Drop Out But Race Is Tied

The Washington Post

Most Democrats, along with two-thirds of adults overall, believe President Biden should end his reelection campaign, according to a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll.

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All Eyes On Biden Solo Presser Tonight

CNN

President Biden will hold a rare solo news conference after a critical NATO summit, aiming to demonstrate his ability to handle unscripted questions despite past scrutiny.

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Jeffries Will Take Concerns to Biden

CBS News

Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries plans to raise the growing concerns of his caucus about Biden's campaign directly to the president as more Democrats call for Biden to step down.

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First Senator Calls on Biden Withdrawal

NECN

Sen. Peter Welch of Vermont, the first Senate Democrat to do so, urged Biden to withdraw, citing his debate performance and Vermonters' fears of another Trump presidency.

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Watch Today's Headlines

Schumer Open to Dumping Biden

Axios

Chuck Schumer is privately signaling to donors that he is open to a 2024 Democratic presidential ticket without Biden despite his public support for the president.

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Biden Team Checks on Delegates

Politico

Biden’s aides are calling individual delegates to gauge their loyalty ahead of the Democratic convention, fearing a potential floor revolt against his nomination.

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Newsom Would Not Run Against Harris

Los Angeles Times

Gov. Gavin Newsom says he will not run for President against VP Kamala Harris should Biden step down from the election.

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Axe: Pelosi Statement Very Significant

The Hill

David Axelrod called Pelosi's comments urging the President to decide soon about his candidacy "very significant," indicating ongoing Democratic discussion about Biden's future.

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Read Clooney's Plea to Biden

The New York Times

"I love Joe Biden, but the fight against time is one he cannot win," writes actor and lifelong Democrat George Clooney, urging Democrats to nominate a new candidate for 2024.

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How Biden Thinks

Bradley Tusk’s Substack

Bradley Tusk argues that Joe Biden will only withdraw from the presidential race if convinced it's in his personal and political interest, not for the country's benefit or his party's well-being.

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Meanwhile, the Markets Rise

CNBC

Japan’s Nikkei 225 reached an all-time high, surpassing 42,000, as Asia-Pacific markets rose on a tech rally and hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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Baldwin Defense Blames Others on Set

Albuquerque Journal

In Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial for the "Rust" shooting, his defense blames the set safety experts for failing their duties, leading to the shooting of Halyna Hutchins.

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Alleged Crossbow Killer Captured

BBC

A suspect in a crossbow attack that killed the wife and two daughters of BBC commentator John Hunt was captured injured near a North London cemetery after a major manhunt.

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Climber's Body Found 22 Years Later

Evening Standard

The body of American climber Bill Stampfl, buried by an avalanche 22 years ago on Peru's Huascaran peak, was recently found, shocking his family who believed he was lost forever.

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False: Project 2025 Is Trump's Plan

USA Today

USA Today fact-checks that Project 2025 is an initiative by the Heritage Foundation and conservative groups, not Donald Trump, who has distanced himself from it.

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Cali Franchisees Respond to $20 Per Hr

Associated Press

In response to California's minimum wage increase to $20 per hour for fast food workers, franchisees are cutting hours and raising prices to manage the higher labor costs.

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CNN Unveils Digital Focus

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

CNN plans to cut 100 jobs, less than 3% of its workforce, to streamline operations and focus on digital growth, including launching new subscription products.

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The Brat Thickens

New York Post

Nick Wehry, husband of hot dog champ Miki Sudo, asked for his score to be revised after being caught in a cheating scandal, leading to his fall from the elite competitive eating ranks.

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"Horizon 2" Pulled From August Release

The Hollywood Reporter

Kevin Costner’s "Horizon 2" release has been postponed to give audiences more time to discover the first film after its initial poor box office performance.

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Mayor Defends Back-To-Work

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Mayor Cherelle Parker defends her strict return-to-office policy, saying it’s crucial for Philadelphia’s economy and fairness, despite a union lawsuit challenging the mandate.

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Luna on Fining Garland $10,000

For the Left

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna has proposed a resolution to fine Attorney General Merrick Garland $10,000 daily until he releases audio from Biden's interview with a special counsel. 

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Rift Between WH and Texas for Aid Request

For the Right

A rift emerged between the White House and Texas GOP leaders over federal aid requests after Hurricane Beryl caused damage in Texas, affecting coast residents and power supply. 

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