The speculation surrounding Joe Biden's potential candidacy for the Democratic nomination in 2024 continues to captivate both political insiders and prominent Democrats alike.
Governors Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Gavin Newsom of California, and J.B. Pritzker of Illinois are among those eagerly eyeing the opportunity to enter the race.
The timing of the decision to replace Biden, if it were to happen at all, remains uncertain. Democrats could conceivably wait until their national convention to make such a move, should they choose to do so.
According to a report by Axios, Democratic governors and senators are quietly positioning themselves to boost their national profiles and potentially run for president in 2028, or even in 2024 if President Biden were to unexpectedly drop out.
While these ambitious next-generation Democrats are currently supportive of Biden's re-election, they are also strategically laying the groundwork for their own future White House bids.
In recent months, over half a dozen Democratic lawmakers have established national political organizations, embarked on foreign trips to enhance their resumes, and visited states that traditionally hold early presidential primaries.
For instance, New Jersey Senator Cory Booker, who ran for president in 2020, has already amassed $10 million in cash for his 2026 Senate re-election campaign, which could potentially be transferred to a 2024 presidential campaign.
However, these Democrats may be overlooking a crucial factor: Biden's ego. The President firmly believes that he is doing an exceptional job and may insist on running for re-election. This raises the question of how these ambitious Democrats would navigate such a scenario.
As the speculation continues, Democrats are left to ponder the future of their party and the potential contenders who may emerge in the race for the White House.
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