Biden announced he will not seek re-election on Sunday after growing calls within his party for him to resign.
The world is pondering the following information: President Joe Biden is resigning and dropping out of the race for the White House.
Biden announced Sunday in a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter) that he will not be on the Democratic ticket in 2024, paving the way for a new presidential candidate.
In a subsequent statement, he also voted for the vice president, Kamala Harrisformally endorsing her as the Democratic candidate.
Following the surprising or not-so-shocking news for some, celebrities and politicians are sharing their reactions to the announcement and Harris’ possible historic run for president.
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Old President Barack Obama shared a lengthy statement about Average.
“Joe Biden has been one of America’s most consequential presidents, and a dear friend and colleague to me,” Obama began. “We were also immediately reminded — once again — that he is a patriot of the highest order.”
“Sixteen years ago, when I began my search for a vice president, I knew about Joe’s stellar career in public service,” he continued. “However, what I have come to admire far more is his character—his deep empathy and hard-won resilience; his basic decency and sense that everyone counts.”
Obama went on to praise Biden’s accomplishments during his tenure as president, before addressing his former vice president’s decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race.
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“Joe understands better than anyone what is at stake in this election — how everything he has fought for his entire life and everything the Democratic Party stands for will be at risk if we allow Donald Trump back into the White House and give Republicans control of Congress,” he wrote, adding that Biden has “never backed down from a fight.”
“For him to look at the political landscape and decide that he should pass the torch to a new nominee is undoubtedly one of the most difficult things in his life,” Obama said. “But I know he wouldn’t have made that decision until he believed it was right for America. It’s a testament to Joe Biden’s love for his country — and a historic example of a true public servant once again putting the interests of the American people ahead of his own, one that future generations of leaders will do well to heed.”
While Dear wrote that she was “tortured” in a send in XShe also believed it was time for Biden to “pass the baton.”
“In my heart I am tortured, because I do not believe that the Democrats can win the presidency with ‘President Biden’ ‘Joe’, whom I have liked since we met in 2008. I campaigned for him, I think it is time to pass the baton. It is time for the Democrats to think ‘very’ outside the box. MAYBE EVEN A SPLIT LETTER.
In cash co-host, Ana Navarroabout that shared a photo of herself next to Harris, simply writing: “We prepare.”
Old President Bill Clinton additionally weighted, sharing a press release of each of them and the former Secretary of State Hillary Clintonthanking Biden for everything he has done for the nation while also supporting Harris.
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“Now may be the time to support Kamala Harris and fight with every piece we have to elect her. The future of America depends on it,” the statement read in part.
Comic book and The gift of everyday life host, Jon Stewartstored your submission short and sweet, just calling Biden a “legend,” with Biden’s wife and the First Lady, Jill Bidendoing much of the same, retweeting his statement with some pink crown heart emojis.
However, some have chosen to go the opposite way, including former president and 2024 presidential candidate, Donald Trumpthat in a name with CNN known as Biden “the worst president in the history of our nation.”
“He is considered, by far, the worst president in the history of our country,” he told the outlet, before adding that he thinks Vice President Harris will be easier to defeat than Biden would have been.
See more celebrity and political reactions to Biden’s newsletters below:
Joe Biden was one of America’s most important presidents, as well as a dear friend and accomplice to me. We were also immediately reminded – once again – that he is a patriot of the highest order.
Here is my full statement: https://t.co/Bs2ZumFXxe
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 21, 2024
@BarackObama
Joe Biden has earned his place among the best and most important presidents in American history.
I am very proud to serve under your administration and am grateful for your unwavering attention to what is best for our nation.
-Pete Buttigieg (@PeteButtigieg) July 21, 2024
@PeteButtigieg
venture coconut is an option
— Ann Dowd, the bald one (@ali_sivi) July 21, 2024
@ali_sivi
Well I hope the geniuses who pushed the most important president of our lifetime out the door have a plan. WHO the hell couldn’t promote MF’s Achievements and win over a 34 time convicted felon who isn’t even allowed to operate businesses in NY state (and therefore should… https://t.co/CjCSY37Owp
— Jasmine Crockett (@JasmineForUS) July 21, 2024
@JasmineForUS
I am nothing but proud right now of my Pop, our President, Joe Biden, who has served our nation with every ounce of his soul and with unparalleled distinction. Not only has he been — and will continue to be — the greatest president of our lifetime, but he has arguably cemented…
— Naomi Biden (@NaomiBiden) July 21, 2024
@NaomiBiden
Let’s make history!!!! Finally!!!
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) July 21, 2024
@kathygriffin
Joe Biden is such a kind man. I am sure this difficult decision was needed to break the heart of a person who has identified an excessive amount of heartbreak in his life and my heart aches for him. Thank you for your service @POTUS 🇺🇸❤️💔
— Diane Warren (@Diane_Warren) July 21, 2024
@Diane_Warren
President Biden has been a rare and historic president — a leader who fought hard for working people and delivered amazing results for all Americans. He will go down in history as one of the most impactful and selfless presidents.
Thanks, @Joe Biden. https://t.co/HMUMEB1fTl
—Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) July 21, 2024
@GavinNewsom
Throughout his career, Joe Biden has demonstrated resilience and a deep understanding of the power of unity and democracy. His steadfast stewardship will continue to inspire us as we move forward to build a greater America.
Now more than ever, we must not come together just to make sure Donald…
— Stacey Abrams (@staceyabrams) July 21, 2024
@staceyabrams
🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) July 21, 2024
@Andy
Of course we don’t know how this will happen, but now we have to be able to step it up.
Let us not overlook the enormous success that this Biden presidency has been and continues to be. We have been brought back from a catastrophic international event and we should always be grateful for that.
It’s time to go 🥥
— Kevin McHale (@druidDUDE) July 21, 2024
@druidDUDE
Politics is just a brutal, bloody sport.
— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) July 21, 2024
@MeghanMcCain
Without a doubt, the most lucrative when it comes to laws, jobs, economics and foreign policy.
With this act he consolidates himself as one of the best presidents in America.— Ethan Embry (@EmbryEthan) July 21, 2024
@EmbryEthan
Wow. What an important announcement from President Joe Biden. A decision that was not made uniformly, of which we can be certain. I had the distinction of working with President Biden and Dr. Jill Biden on the Women’s Health Analytics Initiative and know him to be kind, trustworthy, and… https://t.co/NjxG7PUbQc
— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) July 21, 2024
@mariashriver
.@Joe Biden has a record of accomplishments unmatched by any president in our lifetime. He restored honesty, dignity and integrity to the workplace after 4 years of lies, crimes, scandals and chaos. Thank you for your service, Mr. President. It is now our obligation as patriotic individuals to… https://t.co/wTnYkClVIk
— Mark Hamill (@MarkHamill) July 21, 2024
@MarkHamill
AHAHAHAHA HERE WE GO…
— Cardi B (@iamcardib) July 21, 2024
@iamcardib
It’s coconut time 🥥🌴
— Tyler Oakley 🙋🏼♂️ (@tyleroakley) July 21, 2024
@tyleroakley
Now we have 90 days
President Harris
Let’s do this. https://t.co/Nv5RT0WBrN
— Jon Cryer (@MrJonCryer) July 21, 2024
@Mr. JonCryer
Harris/Buttigieg would clearly convey intelligence, grace, courage, integrity, respect for the vast majority of the world, and no reality would go unnoticed in a debate pitting dumb against dumber. In saying that, they are a woman and a gay man (which should not even be considered). I…
— Aubrey O’Day (@AubreyODay) July 21, 2024
@AubreyODay
First of all, I am grateful to this kind man for his LIFETIME of public service.
Secondly, the candidate MUST be @KamalaHarris!
She is going to pick a tremendous VP to run against her and we should ALL show up and support this wonderful lady as she CONTINUES the work of #BidenHarris administration. https://t.co/HyEsjbj6iK
— Yvette Nicole Brown (@YNB) July 21, 2024
@YNB
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