Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News
Politics

Ashley Judd Urges Biden To Step Aside For Democrats

Ashley Judd heads to her seat before the start of an event on the White House complex in Washington, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, with notable suicide prevention advocates. The White House held the event

Actress Ashley Judd has joined the chorus of voices calling for President Joe Biden to voluntarily step aside from the presidential race. In an opinion piece published in USA Today, Judd expressed concerns about Biden's performance in the recent debate against Republican Donald Trump, suggesting that he may not be the best candidate to defeat Trump in November.

Judd, a vocal supporter of Biden and other Democrats, highlighted her long-standing political activism and her role in the #MeToo movement. She emphasized the urgency of the situation, warning that a Trump presidency could bring unprecedented cruelty and unfairness.

While Judd did not propose a specific replacement for Biden, her plea comes at a time when Democrats are grappling with questions about Biden's electability. Recent comments from actor George Clooney also raised doubts about Biden's ability to secure victory in the general election.

Judd emphasizes urgency of situation, warning of potential consequences of a Trump presidency.
Judd questions Biden's performance in recent debate against Trump.
Judd's plea comes amidst growing doubts about Biden's electability within the Democratic Party.

Notably, Judd's advocacy for mental health issues was underscored by her participation in promoting the Biden administration's suicide prevention strategy, a cause close to her heart following her mother's passing.

The Biden campaign has yet to respond to Judd's call for Biden to step aside. As the Democratic Party weighs its options, the debate over Biden's candidacy continues to intensify.

With the election drawing closer, the pressure is mounting for Democrats to rally behind a candidate who can effectively challenge Trump and lead the party to victory in November.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.