Biden’s Delayed Announcement on 2024 Presidential Campaign Leaves Democrats in Limbo

Biden’s Advisors Predict Late Announcement
Presidential Campaign Leaves Democrats in Limbo: President Biden’s advisors and close allies anticipate a delayed announcement of his 2024 presidential campaign. According to Axios, some advisors believe the announcement may come as late as July or even fall. This waiting game has left many ambitious Democrats and potential staffers with their 2024 plans on hold.
Biden’s Inner Circle Unconcerned with Timing
Although Biden’s advisors don’t expect him to announce his re-election campaign soon, there is no indication that he has changed his mind about running. Biden and his inner circle don’t see any drawbacks to his waiting. Since he doesn’t have a significant primary challenge, he can stay above the campaign fray and focus on governing. Furthermore, waiting allows him to contrast his leadership from the Oval Office with the chaos in the Republican Party and the drama surrounding former President Trump’s indictment.
Fundraising Concerns Could Affect Timing
However, the announcement timeline may be affected by fundraising concerns. Biden’s advisors desire strong initial fundraising numbers to avoid news reports about a lack of enthusiasm or vulnerability. The first fundraising quarter for 2023 has already passed, and the second fundraising quarter runs from April 1 to June 30. If Biden waits until May, some advisors may want to push the announcement until the third quarter, which begins in July. Nevertheless, fundraising can be difficult in July and August, so some advisors and allies think Biden’s announcement could be delayed until the fall, though most don’t believe he will wait that long.
Implications for Harris and Other Democrats
If Biden ultimately chooses to bow out, the late decision could provide an advantage to Vice President Kamala Harris if she wanted to run for president. On the other hand, the delay could foreclose options for other Democrats, who would need to make their own plans for 2024.
Biden’s History of Delaying Campaign Announcements
This is not the first time Biden has delayed his presidential campaign announcement. In 2019, he took months to make a final decision, and the announcement date was pushed back multiple times, according to Biden advisors familiar with the matter.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the delayed announcement of Biden’s 2024 presidential campaign has left many Democrats in limbo, with their plans on hold. Although there is no indication that he has changed his mind about running, concerns about fundraising and the potential implications for Vice President Harris and other Democrats could affect the timing of his announcement. Biden’s history of delaying presidential campaign announcements suggests that this waiting game may continue for some time.