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independent.co.uk
President Joe Biden announced he will not run for a second term in the 2024 presidential election.
Biden stated his decision was made to unite his party and the country in defense of democracy.
Vice President Kamala Harris has been endorsed by Biden and other Democratic leaders as the Democratic presidential nominee.
Biden will remain in office until January 20, 2025, and pledged to continue working on his administration's goals.
Biden highlighted his accomplishments, including appointing the first Black woman Supreme Court justice and enacting policies on climate change and gun violence reform.