Biden Faces Growing Pressure from Democrats Amid Re-Election Concerns

President Joe Biden is confronting increasing opposition within his party, as concerns mount about his age and mental acuity following a stumble in a debate against Donald Trump. With key figures calling for his withdrawal, Biden is set to address these issues in his first solo news conference in months.

President Joe Biden is facing escalating opposition within his own party. On Thursday, his advisers met with Democratic senators to consolidate support, and Biden held his first solo news conference in nearly eight months.

Biden's re-election campaign has struggled for two weeks following a debate against Donald Trump that renewed doubts about his age and mental sharpness. In the past week, several Democrats have urged Biden to drop out of the race to avoid risking both the White House and congressional control.

Vermont Senator Peter Welch became the first Democratic senator to call for Biden to step aside, citing concerns for the country's well-being. Despite some high-profile support for Biden's candidacy, the president's performance in the news conference will be scrutinized. Biden will likely address a range of tough questions, including those about his cognitive health.