President Joe Biden announced on Tuesday that he will run for re-election in 2024, seeking a second term in what is expected to be a closely contested race (CNN). In a campaign-style video, Biden cited his record and urged voters to give him four more years to finish what he started (The Guardian). At 80 years old, Biden is already the oldest president in US history and would be 86 at the end of a potential second term, but he is not letting that stop him from seeking another four years in the Oval Office (Sky News).
Biden’s announcement comes amid growing concern among Democrats about the party’s chances of retaining control of Congress and the White House in the 2022 midterms and the 2024 presidential election. Most polls show that voters don’t want either Biden or former President Donald Trump to run again, and neither candidate has a clear advantage at this time (Newsweek).
Despite the challenges ahead, Biden is confident that he can win re-election and continue his efforts to unite the country and tackle critical issues like the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and racial inequality. He has already signed several executive orders and proposed major legislation, including the American Rescue Plan and the American Jobs Plan, to address these issues (CNN).
However, Biden’s age has been a topic of discussion since he first ran for president in 2020, and some critics have raised concerns about his mental acuity. The president has been quick to dismiss these concerns, but some voters remain skeptical (CNN). Interestingly, a video surfaced this week showing a young Joe Biden criticizing his opponent’s age in a Senate race in 1974, which has led to some awkward moments for the president on the campaign trail (CNN).
Despite these challenges, Biden remains steadfast in his commitment to serving the American people and finishing what he started. As he recently told Sky News: “I’m just getting started” (Fox News). Only time will tell if voters will give him the chance to see that commitment through to a second term.
