New York Times Creates “Pressure Scoreboard” on Biden to Leave the Race

O The New York Times has launched a “scoreboard” that monitors the growing pressure on US President Joe Biden to give up running for re-election. The initiative by the renowned American newspaper reflects the uncertainties about the current president’s health and his ability to lead a new presidential campaign.

According to the tally, 17 of the 213 Democratic congressmen have already made public calls for Biden to withdraw from the race. In addition, one of the party’s 47 senators has also expressed this view. So far, no Democratic governor has publicly called for the president to withdraw.

Increased internal pressure

The number of representatives calling for Biden’s ouster has increased in the past 24 hours, rising from 14 to 17. This growth indicates a trend of increasing pressure on the president to reconsider his candidacy.

Insiders say there is even more pressure behind the scenes, with many Democrats privately expressing concerns out of respect for Biden. They are reportedly talking to the president’s team, suggesting it may be time to consider other options for the presidential race.

Biden, for his part, has already declared that he will only leave the electoral race if his team indicates that he no longer has the capacity to govern or if the polls show that he cannot beat Donald Trump, his likely Republican opponent.

Possible alternatives for Biden

If Biden decides to withdraw from the race, an agreement within the Democratic Party will be needed to define his political future. There is speculation that the president could take on a diplomatic or international affairs role, an area in which he has extensive experience from his time as Barack Obama’s vice president.

Another possibility would be a role linked to environmental issues, an issue in which Biden has shown great interest since the beginning of his political career. Defining this alternative path will be crucial for a smooth transition, should the president choose not to seek reelection.

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