On June 27, 2024, in Atlanta, US President Joe Biden and former US President Donald Trump participated in the first presidential election debate at CNN Atlanta studios. The Democratic Party is currently facing a decision on whether to move forward with endorsing a candidate without any issues or opening the door to additional candidates.
Following the debate, there was concern among officials and legislators about President Biden’s performance and potential vulnerabilities, particularly regarding his age and ability to lead. Speculation arose about potential replacements for Biden in case of emergency, such as Jamaal Bowman, Gretchen Whitmer, or Gavin Newsom.
Despite the internal discussions and concerns among party officials, publicly there is unwavering support for Biden leading up to the convention starting on August 19. If Biden were to withdraw from the race, the party would enter emergency mode, with the possibility of selecting a new candidate through a process involving the National Committee of the Democratic Party and superdelegates.
However, another possibility is that a majority of delegates withdraw their support for Biden, leading to a chaotic scenario where new candidates would be considered. With the convention approaching, time is of the essence for the Democratic Party to resolve any uncertainties and solidify their nominee.
Although rare, the absence of a presidential candidate at this stage could have significant implications for the nomination process. The Democrats are facing a tight deadline with plans to confirm Biden as their candidate before planned. The situation is complex and will require careful navigation in