Biden Ends Re-Election Campaign, Backs Harris

Former President Faces Growing Pressure from Within Party

Thousands of WH Staff Members Worked to Address Pandemic, Economy

After intense pressure from within his own party, President Biden announced he was ending his campaign and backing Vice President Kamala Harris to run in 2024.

The decision comes as Biden faces growing criticism over his handling of the economy and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Thousands of people work in the White House, including the West Wing, East Wing, Cabinet, and Executive Office of the President. When Biden and Harris took office in 2021, the country faced unprecedented crises - a raging pandemic and economic downturn.

In a statement, Biden said he was "proud of the progress we have made over the past two years, but there is still much more work to be done." He said he believes Harris is "the best person to lead our country forward."

Harris has not yet commented on Biden's decision. She is expected to make an announcement about her own presidential campaign in the coming weeks.

The move is a major setback for Biden, who had been widely expected to seek a second term. It also raises questions about the future of the Democratic Party. Harris is seen as a more progressive candidate than Biden, and her nomination could signal a shift in the party's direction.

The presidential election is still two years away, but the race is already shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent history.