Biden explains exit from race to Americans, says he will keep working to end Gaza war

By Jacob Magid

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and Reuters 25 July 2024, 3:26 am

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WASHINGTON — US President Joe Biden says he is “passing the torch to a new generation” as he explains his abrupt departure from the 2024 presidential race to Americans for the first time on Wednesday night, in an Oval Office address capping over 50 years in politics.

“I revere this office,” Biden says. “But I love my country more.”

“I have decided the best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation. That is the best way to unite our nation,” Biden says.

He reiterates that he is going to “keep working to end the war in Gaza, bring home all the hostages and bring peace and security to the Middle East.”