Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has issued a statement urging President Joe Biden to carefully evaluate whether he remains the Democratic Party's best hope to defeat Donald Trump in the 2024 election. Governor Healey expressed gratitude for President Biden's leadership and highlighted the importance of the upcoming election.
During a meeting with Democratic governors, Governor Healey became the first sitting Democratic governor to publicly call on Biden to consider stepping aside, signaling a departure from the unified support previously shown by other governors. This move comes as cracks have begun to appear in Biden's coalition, with some Democratic members of Congress also urging him to bow out.
President Biden's recent comments during the meeting left some participants frustrated, as he mentioned needing more sleep and made a joke about his mental state. Despite efforts by campaign officials and surrogates to reassure donors and voters following a challenging debate performance, concerns about Biden's candidacy persist.
While a few Democratic leaders have expressed doubts, the majority continue to support President Biden. Statements from governors like California's Gavin Newsom and Michigan's Gretchen Whitmer reaffirm their backing of Biden as the nominee and their commitment to his campaign.
Biden views the next few days as crucial for his political survival, with upcoming campaign events and interviews playing a significant role in shaping his candidacy moving forward. The president's decision on whether to run for reelection will have far-reaching implications for the Democratic Party and the 2024 election.
