Delegates and guests attending the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Wisconsin predict that President Biden may exit the 2024 presidential race, citing his perceived weakness and the challenges facing the Democratic Party.
Delegates and guests attending the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Wisconsin are making predictions about President Biden's political future amid reports that he is closer to exiting the 2024 presidential race.
Speaking to Fox News Digital outside the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, the site of the convention, most attendees expressed a belief that Biden would ultimately drop his re-election bid. However, they varied in their opinions on the implications for the Democratic Party.
RNC Attendees Weigh in on Biden's Political Future Amid Exit Rumors
Many attendees predicted that former President Donald Trump would emerge victorious regardless of Biden's decision. One attendee remarked, "I think [former President] Trump's going to mop the floor with anybody they put up."
Another attendee expressed a sense of vindication after earlier predicting Biden's potential departure from the Democratic ticket. "I think [Saturday's] failed assassination attempt against Trump may have changed things slightly, but I doubt it," he said. "The globalists have a mission. They don't care anymore about Joe Biden... I don't think it matters who they run."
RNC Attendees Weigh in on Biden's Political Future Amid Exit Rumors
Some attendees also expressed sympathy for Biden's perceived political vulnerability. "They bet with him, and they keep telling us how far ahead in the polls he is, so they need to keep backing him all the way," said one attendee. "I think it'd be disastrous if they change right now."
Despite their predictions about Biden's exit, some attendees acknowledged the potential challenges facing the Democratic Party. "I think he understands, and his compatriots understand, he needs to drop out," said another. "So I think he will... [But] I have no idea who they're going to put up to replace him."
RNC Attendees Weigh in on Biden's Political Future Amid Exit Rumors
Others suggested alternative Democratic candidates, including Vice President Kamala Harris, California Governor Gavin Newsom, or former First Lady Michelle Obama. However, they expressed skepticism about the party's overall chances of success.
The attendees also unanimously praised Trump's vice presidential running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, following his Wednesday convention speech. They described him as "empathetic," "high energy," and "relatable."
RNC Attendees Weigh in on Biden's Political Future Amid Exit Rumors
Reuters reported on Thursday that Biden is now "soul-searching" about the future of his candidacy, citing sources familiar with the matter. NBC News reported a source close to the president as saying, "We’re close to the end."
These reports followed previous reporting from The Washington Post that former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told Biden he would lose and push the House of Representatives further under Republican control. The Post also reported that former President Barack Obama told his allies that Biden needed to reconsider his candidacy.
