Amid concerns over President Biden's recent debate performance, a second House Democrat has come forward urging him to reconsider his re-election campaign. Rep. Raúl Grijalva of Arizona expressed his belief that it may be time to explore alternative candidates, stating that Biden should take responsibility for the party's future and consider stepping aside.
Grijalva's sentiments echo those of Rep. Lloyd Doggett from Texas, who was the first Democrat on Capitol Hill to publicly call for Biden to exit the race. While other House Democrats have voiced worries about Biden's electability against former President Trump, they have not gone as far as advocating for his withdrawal.
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez from Washington highlighted the significance of Biden's debate performance, suggesting that his chances against Trump appear bleak. Additional concerns about Biden's capabilities were raised by Reps. Jared Golden of Maine, Summer Lee of Pennsylvania, Seth Moulton of Massachusetts, Mike Quigley of Illinois, James Clyburn of South Carolina, and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California.
The growing unease within the Democratic Party reflects a broader sentiment regarding Biden's ability to secure victory in the upcoming election. With approximately 50 million viewers witnessing the recent debate, the scrutiny on Biden's performance has intensified, prompting calls for a reassessment of his candidacy.
