President Joe Biden announced his decision to step down from the 2024 presidential race ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month, sparking reactions from Illinois politicians. Governor JB Pritzker, U.S. Sen Dick Durbin, and others have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the new Democratic nominee. Biden’s decision came after calls for him to step down due to concerns about his performance in a debate against Donald Trump and polling showing he would lose to Trump and hurt the party in Congress. Former President Barack Obama praised Biden for putting the country first and endorsing Harris. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson also endorsed Harris, calling Biden a rare leader who puts the people above himself. Illinois politicians, including U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth and U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley, have thrown their support behind Harris, emphasizing the need to unite behind her to prevent a second term for Trump. Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi also expressed their support for Harris and praised Biden for his leadership. Overall, Illinois Democrats are rallying behind Harris as the party’s best chance to defeat Trump and continue moving the country in the right direction.
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