Democratic Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton has made a formal call for President Joe Biden to step aside from the race. Moulton expressed his belief that it is time for new leaders to emerge and challenge Donald Trump, drawing a parallel to George Washington's decision to step down.
Moulton's communications director, Sydney Simon, confirmed that this call is indeed a formal request after Moulton had deliberated on the matter for a few days. The exact process for allowing new leaders to rise up is still under consideration, with Moulton suggesting the possibility of a primary process or a direct transition to Vice President Kamala Harris.
In his statement to Boston radio station WBUR, Moulton emphasized his respect for President Biden and his contributions to the country. However, he expressed concerns about Biden's ability to defeat Trump, stating that maintaining the status quo could lead to another term for the former president.
Moulton's call for Biden to step aside reflects the ongoing discussions within the Democratic Party about the best strategy to secure victory in the upcoming elections. The debate over leadership and the most effective approach to challenging Trump is a central theme in these internal conversations.
