What does Biden's endorsement of Harris mean for the US 2024 election? | BBC Americast

US President Joe Biden has said it's "in the best interest of my party and the country" for him to withdraw from the upcoming presidential race.

Biden has endorsed his Vice-President Kamala Harris to succeed him as the Democratic candidate.

The announcement caps a tumultuous period in US politics, which began with his sometimes incoherent debate performance against Donald Trump on 27 June. Mr Biden says he will remain president until January.

The Americast and Newscast teams have come together to talk about what's happened and what it could all mean for the US election.

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[CameronM-mrky]

Is this really a legitimate BBC show? The host got zero objectivity, he can’t be a real journalist…

[sleepyatdawn]

What's with the cynical tone of the hosts? I wasn't aware the BBC was so right leaning that is stripped out of a balanced view?

[amyw]

GSD Shapiro? Yes, absolutely. Anyone VP Harris chooses, I am sure he or she will be of the highest character and intellect.

[markdunigan]

It means they are worried about the black vote, thats what it means.

[amyw]

We support VP Harris’ run for democracy and to push back authoritarianism. We love Joe Biden but he deserves to rest. We have a strong pro democracy team and we will continue to fight for America and democracies around the world

[suryanaray]

In india prompt officers and Docters are under life threat do their job FBI investigation is necessary through the UNO please protect the peoples in india

[ogukuo]

Are you sure he really did? I mean, this is not the way things are usually done, is it? There ought to have been a proper press conference in the Rose Garden with the family around him, with a proper introduction and hand over to Kamala. Not a curt post on X.

[robertnobles]

Using the fact that she would be President if Biden passed away in office was always a silly argument against reelecting Biden. Kamala becoming President was voted on when she ran as VP the first time.

[Censortubes]

It’s means they are going to lose even worse.

[Censortubes]

Why would anyone want the lady who helped cover up his term?

[gracykn]

Man decenty comes up the stage and dignifiedly leaves the stage. Actually it's the very time for the aged to take a regular walk with his loving family and dogs, relax, meditate, contemplate, loading off life-long duties from his shoulder.
Wishing from Burma him and his wife, along with his loved ones, to enjoy more serene anniversaries, fulfilling meritorious deeds daily in good health & longevity!

[Smokeslikeachimney]

Good to see Mariana given time to express..

[UA_Shark]

What is this crap, We need Jeremy Vine

[Censortubes]

Does he even know who she is? I bet he doesn’t since he claimed trump is his vp.

[suryanaray]

According to article 14 and 21 of the constitution of India Gujarat communal Riots and Best Bakery and Gulbarga Society Riots FBI investigation is necessary through the UNO please to give justice to the victims Families in india

[tatsumasa]

I doubt this is it. the dems ain't that stupid.

[suryanaray]

According to article 14 and 21 of the constitution of India in karnataka state all criminal activities and offences are backed by the karnataka state police FBI investigation is necessary through the UNO in necessary

[suryanaray]

In india Pulwama attack FBI investigation is necessary through the UNO please to give justice to the brave and innocent soldiers in india

[dylanralston]

It is a shame we can’t have a real conversation on the democratic candidates. What’s the point in saying we’re gonna pick someone when all that’s done the last 8 years is just ring kissing…

[peterprentice]

Kamala a champion for womens' rights . . .