Biden Reportedly Growing More Receptive to Idea of Dropping Out

President Joe Biden is reportedly growing more receptive to the idea of dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.

Key Details: On Wednesday evening, CNN (Lean Left bias) reported that an unnamed senior Democratic advisor said Biden is beginning to listen to calls to step down that have arisen since his weak debate performance on June 27. However, the Biden campaign is denying the idea that he is rethinking his presidency.

Key Quote: "The private conversations with the Hill are continuing," said the advisor, speaking on condition of anonymity. "He's being receptive. Not as defiant as he is publicly."

For Context: It's also now being reported that Biden had conversations with Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) last week; Pelosi warned against the dangers of Biden staying in the race, and Schumer made a case for Biden dropping out. Since then, Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 after experiencing symptoms such as a runny nose and cough.

How the Media Covered it: Some sources on the left suggest that since Biden has not stepped aside, the meetings with Pelosi and Schumer were leaked to build pressure on Biden and show other Democrats that they can support a change in the Democratic presidential ticket. Some sources on the right noted that conversations between Biden and Democrats on Capitol Hill are continuing in private.