Analysis: Joe Biden could still stand down before the election

Thomas Gift With President Joe Biden looking the likely Democrat candidate for President in 2024, Dr Thomas Gift (UCL Politics) examines what could sway Biden's decision over the coming months in The Conversation. When Joe Biden took the oath of office in January 2021, many expected him to be the  "placeholder president" . His mandate: heal the country's wounds after four turbulent years of Donald Trump. Don't try to be a transformative figure. Then hand the reins to a capable successor. Fast forward to 2024 and there's room for debate about the merits (and demerits) of Biden's first-term legacy. But it's Biden's decision to run for re-election that's become the  major flashpoint  for Democrats.