President Biden reassured a group of Democratic governors during a meeting at the White House that he is committed to staying in the 2024 campaign. The governors expressed their support for the president following questions about the way forward after a recent debate that did not go as planned.
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York spoke to reporters after the meeting and emphasized that President Biden is determined to win the election, and all governors present pledged their support to him. Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota, who chairs the Democratic Governors Association, highlighted the president’s support throughout the Covid pandemic and recovery efforts, indicating that the governors stand behind him in his reelection bid.
The main focus for the governors is to ensure a path to victory in November, with Gov. Walz stating that this is the top priority for both the governors and the president. Gov. Wes Moore of Maryland echoed this sentiment, showing unity among the Democratic governors in their support for President Biden.
Gov. Gavin Newsom of California shared that he heard directly from the president that he is fully committed to the campaign, and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan also expressed her support for President Biden on social media.
The meeting concluded with Vice President Kamala Harris discussing the potential threats to democracy that could arise if former President Donald J. Trump were to win the election, adding a strong message to the governors. The overall message from the governors was one of unity and support for President Biden in his reelection efforts.
As the 2024 campaign continues, President Biden’s commitment to staying in the race has been affirmed by the Democratic governors, who have pledged their support to him. The focus now is on ensuring a path to victory in November, with all governors working together to achieve this goal. The meeting at the White House showcased the unity and determination of the Democratic governors in supporting President Biden as he moves forward in his campaign.