West Virginia Democratic Party Chair Mike Pushkin gives statement on Biden decision

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — West Virginia Democratic Party Chair Mike Pushkin released a statement Sunday regarding President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race .

“President Joe Biden’s decision to step away from his re-election campaign demonstrates a level of integrity and respect for democracy that is all too rare in today’s political climate. Some leaders, upon attaining power, will do anything to keep it, including ignoring election results, fabricating fraudulent schemes, suborning others to violate their oaths of office, and ignoring the Constitution. President Biden did not do any of those things. He has consistently upheld the values and principles that are the foundation of our great nation.

With this decision, we can set these distractions aside and focus on the very real threat that former President Donald Trump’s re-election would pose to our country and the world. It is imperative that we remain vigilant and committed to preserving our democracy and protecting the future for all Americans.”

After announcing his decision, President Biden also announced that he would endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee.

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