The Democratic National Convention is facing delays in its nomination plans as questions persist about President Biden’s 2024 candidacy. The decision to delay the convention comes after a significant number of congressional Democrats expressed opposition to a July roll call and nomination.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., have agreed to urge a delayed convention, despite initial plans for a virtual roll call to officially nominate Biden. The DNC initially planned to hold a virtual roll call later this month but has now pushed the nomination process to August.
Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., became the 20th congressional Democrat to call on President Biden to step aside on Wednesday, adding to the growing doubts about Biden’s candidacy. Schiff, who has publicly expressed concerns about Biden’s performance in the past, stated that he believes it is time for Biden to pass the torch.
Schiff’s call came one day after a report claimed he told donors that he believes the Democratic party could lose the election if Biden is their nominee. Schiff’s campaign declined to comment on the report.
The news of the convention delay and increasing calls for Biden to step aside comes amidst concerns about his ability to win the 2024 election. Several Democrats have expressed worries about Biden’s age and declining popularity, leading to a growing sense of unease within the party.
The Democratic National Committee has assured members that the nomination process will be transparent and effective, despite the delays. They maintain that their goal is to uphold their traditions and ultimately set their nominee on a path to victory in November.
The growing unease within the Democratic Party about Biden’s candidacy suggests that the 2024 election could be a challenging one for Democrats. The party is facing a difficult decision as they navigate the concerns of their members while trying to secure a victory in the upcoming election.
