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As of July 9, nine Democratic lawmakers have publicly urged President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. The calls come from various representatives across the country, each expressing their concerns through different platforms.
- Rep. Mikie Sherrill (N.J.): On July 9, Sherrill issued a statement on X, highlighting the need for new leadership.
- Rep. Mark Takano (Calif.): On July 7, during a call with other House Democrats, Takano voiced his opinion that Biden should step aside.
- Rep. Joe Morelle (N.Y.): Also on July 7, Morelle echoed similar sentiments during the same call with House Democrats.
- Rep. Adam Smith (Wash.): Smith joined Takano and Morelle in the July 7 call, supporting the notion of Biden stepping down.
- Rep. Angie Craig (Minn.): On July 6, Craig took to X to release a statement advocating for Biden to withdraw.
- Rep. Mike Quigley (Ill.): In an interview with MSNBC on July 5, Quigley expressed his view that Biden should not run for re-election.
- Rep. Seth Moulton (Mass.): On July 4, Moulton told WBUR in an interview that he believes Biden should step aside.
- Rep. Raúl Grijalva (Ariz.): Grijalva, in a July 3 interview with the New York Times, suggested that Biden not seek another term.
- Rep. Lloyd Doggett (Texas): On July 2, Doggett issued a statement urging Biden to consider stepping down.
The growing chorus of Democratic voices signals a significant shift within the party, as these lawmakers call for new leadership heading into the next election cycle.