The 2024 Presidential Debate Fallout: Who Will Step up for the Democrats?
The first 2024 presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden left many voters questioning Biden’s mental and cognitive abilities. A post-debate poll found that 72% of voters doubt Biden’s fitness to serve as the president. With speculation arising about potential alternatives, let’s explore some possible contenders who could replace Biden in the race:
Kamala Harris
Biden’s vice president, Kamala Harris, is a prominent figure in Democratic politics. While she has made history with her achievements, including being the first female, Black person, and person of Indian origin to serve as vice president, she has faced challenges in establishing herself as a strong leader independent of Biden.
Gretchen Whitmer
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has been a legislative powerhouse in the Democratic Party. Despite facing backlash over her COVID-19 lockdown measures, she remains a popular figure and a likely contender for the presidency in the future.
Gavin Newsom
California Governor Gavin Newsom has been a vocal defender of Biden following the debate. With a background in business and politics, Newsom has been cited as a potential successor to Biden.
Michelle Obama
Former first lady Michelle Obama, though she has never held political office, remains a popular figure among voters. Polls show her leading Trump by a significant margin if she were to enter the race.
As speculation mounts about Biden’s future in the race, these candidates are emerging as potential alternatives to take on Trump in the upcoming election.