President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he is withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, following a problematic debate with Donald Trump that raised concerns about his fitness for office.

His decision, made less than four months before the election, has significantly altered the campaign landscape.

Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor and urged Democrats to support her.

Harris, who praised Biden’s decision and committed to uniting the party and defeating Trump, now faces the task of securing the nomination and reorganizing the campaign.

This move is unprecedented so close to an election, with Biden’s exit coming after significant debate performance issues and pressure from Democratic allies, the Associated Press has reported.

Harris has already gained endorsements from key figures like the Congressional Black Caucus and former Presidents Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton.

Written by B.C. Begley