Joe Biden withdraws from presidential race

On July 21, 2024, President Joe Biden announced that he will not be seeking a second term in the November elections. The 81-year-old president had been facing calls to resign since his debate against Donald Trump in late June, where he seemed frail, was struggling to focus, and slurring his words. Before announcing his decision, Biden dismissed the criticisms and vowed to fight on. 

Biden has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement for the next Democratic nominee. 

Below is an overview of DW's coverage of Biden's decision to withdraw from the campaign.