In an address to the US on Thursday, July 25, US President Joe Biden explained his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential bid, stating, "I have decided the best way forward is to pass the torch to the new generation to unite our nation." Emphasising the importance of both experience and fresh voices, Biden pledged to focus on his presidential duties over the next six months. He vowed to defend personal freedoms and civil rights and combat hate and extremism, stressing that "there is no place in America for any violence." Highlighting his commitment to ending gun violence and maintaining national security, Biden proudly noted that he is the first president this century to report that the US is not at war. In a nod to his successor, Biden praised Vice President Kamala Harris, describing her as "experienced, tough, and capable." He concluded by urging Americans to remember Benjamin Franklin's words, "a republic if you can keep it," as they choose the nation's future. Joe Biden White House Address: US President to Address Nation From Oval Office on July 24 on Decision To Quit Presidency Race.

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