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Biden campaign argues president dropping out would 'lead to weeks of chaos'

President Joe Biden's campaign sent a fundraising appeal to supporters, saying the president dropping out would only "lead to weeks of chaos."
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President Joe Biden participates in the CNN Presidential Debate, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
June 29, 2024 at 5:45 PM

President Biden back on campaign trail after debate

President Biden was at a fundraiser overnight insisting he can still do the job and get things done.
June 29, 2024 at 5:45 PM
VIDEO: President Biden back on campaign trail after debate
June 29, 2024 at 3:39 PM

Presidential debate fallout

ABC News’ White House Correspondent MaryAlice Parks and Contributing Political Correspondent Rachael Bade have a closer look at the fallout from the presidential debate.
June 29, 2024 at 3:39 PM
VIDEO: Presidential debate fallout
June 29, 2024 at 1:26 PM

Would Rubio or Donalds have to move if Trump picks either of them for VP?

Two politicians known to be on Donald Trump's vice presidential list are from Florida, where the former president also now lives
June 29, 2024 at 1:26 PM
This combination photo shows Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., on, June 15, 2024, in Detroit, left, and Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., at the Capitol in Washington, Feb. 9, 2023. As former President Donald Trump narrows his options for potential running mates, Donalds and Rubio, known to be on his list, are from Florida, leaving open a scenario where his vice presidential nominee would have to move if he wins. (AP Photo)
June 29, 2024 at 1:04 AM

By the Numbers: Presidential poll numbers pre- and post-debate

A look at the numbers from more than 2,500 voters polled by 538/Ipsos both before and after the debate between President Biden and former President Trump.
June 29, 2024 at 1:04 AM
VIDEO: By the Numbers: Presidential poll numbers pre- and post-debate
June 28, 2024 at 11:36 PM

Biden and Trump back on the campaign trail

Our Big Story Panel analyzes Thursday’s debate, and the Supreme Court’s ruling on how defendants in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection can be prosecuted.
June 28, 2024 at 11:36 PM
VIDEO: Biden and Trump back on the campaign trail
June 28, 2024 at 10:46 PM

President Biden looks to rebound from rocky debate performance

Joe Biden sends fiery message to his supporters during a campaign stop just hours after his debate with former President Donald Trump. ABC News contributor Mark UpDegrove weighs in.
June 28, 2024 at 10:46 PM
VIDEO: President Biden looks to rebound from rocky debate performance
June 28, 2024 at 10:39 PM

Next steps for Democrats after Thursday night’s presidential debate

Some Democrats are calling for a new candidate after President Joe Biden’s performance during the first debate between himself and former President Donald Trump.
June 28, 2024 at 10:39 PM
VIDEO: Next steps for Democrats after Thursday night’s presidential debate
June 28, 2024 at 10:38 PM

Trump: 'Joe Biden is grossly incompetent'

At his first rally since the debate, former President Donald Trump spoke to a crowd of supporters in Chesapeake, Virginia.
June 28, 2024 at 10:38 PM
VIDEO: Trump: "Joe Biden is grossly incompetent"
June 28, 2024 at 9:17 PM

At the Capitol, Democrats’ anguish over Biden's debate performance on full display

House Democrats spent their Friday morning huddling on the floor in hushed, anguished conversations about President Joe Biden's debate performance.
June 28, 2024 at 9:17 PM
President Joe Biden walks off stage during a break in a presidential debate with former President Donald Trump hosted by CNN, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
June 28, 2024 at 8:02 PM

'Awful': Biden-Trump debate triggers alarm among top business leaders

Some raised worry about Biden's age, while others criticized Trump's falsehoods.
June 28, 2024 at 8:02 PM
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump participate in the first presidential debate of the 2024 elections at CNN's studios in Atlanta, GA, June 27, 2024.
June 28, 2024 at 7:52 PM

Who won the first Biden-Trump presidential debate?

Poll results from after the first 2024 presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
June 28, 2024 at 7:52 PM
Joe Biden and Donald Trump will face off in the first presidential debate of the 2024 general election on June 27.
June 28, 2024 at 7:16 PM

Voters react to 1st presidential debate

538 Politics Podcast host Galen Druke has some brand-new poll numbers to help show how Americans are reacting to the debate.
June 28, 2024 at 7:16 PM
VIDEO: Voters react to first presidential debate
June 28, 2024 at 7:13 PM

Democratic dread grows after Biden debate disaster. What now?: ANALYSIS

Nobody knows better than Joe Biden how high the stakes are in this election.
June 28, 2024 at 7:13 PM
President Joe Biden walks off stage during the break of a presidential debate with Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump hosted by CNN, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
June 28, 2024 at 7:06 PM

ABC News political director Rick Klein reacts to 1st presidential debate

Klein joins “The View” to break down the key moments from Thursday night’s debate, the media’s reaction and who could potentially replace President Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee.
June 28, 2024 at 7:06 PM
VIDEO: ABC News political director Rick Klein reacts to 1st presidential debate
June 28, 2024 at 6:39 PM

Do debates still matter? Impact wanes amid polarization, viral competition: Experts

What used to be an important ritual in the presidential election cycle has lost some of its power, according to experts, as many voters have already made their decision.
June 28, 2024 at 6:39 PM
In this Oct. 21, 2020, file photo, the stage for the final presidential debate of the US 2020 presidential elections is being tested for light and sound at Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn.
June 28, 2024 at 6:31 PM

Biden addresses poor debate performance, attacks Trump at Raleigh rally

President Joe Biden addressed a crowd about his debate performance Friday, and vowed to get back up.
June 28, 2024 at 6:31 PM
President Joe Biden speaks during a campaign rally in Raleigh, North Carolina, June 28, 2024.
June 28, 2024 at 4:51 PM

Trump, Biden falter in 1st 2024 presidential debate

ABC News’ Mary Alice Parks, Katherine Faulders, Amanda Renteria, and former senior advisor to Sen. Tim Scott Matt Gorman discuss Trump’s false claims and concerns over Biden’s performance.
June 28, 2024 at 4:51 PM
VIDEO: Trump, Biden falter in first debate
June 28, 2024 at 4:49 PM

Biden, Trump back on the campaign trail

ABC News' Selina Wang and Alex Presha discuss what voters are saying regarding President Joe Biden's debate performance and the next step on former President Donald Trump's agenda.
June 28, 2024 at 4:49 PM
VIDEO: Biden, Trump back on the campaign trail
June 28, 2024 at 3:36 PM

What do swing state voters want to hear from Biden, Trump at the debate?

Voters across the key swing states of Georgia, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania spoke with ABC News about what they hope to hear on the debate stage.
June 28, 2024 at 3:36 PM
Stan Kowalski (right) and Stanley Supulski speak to ABC News in Scranton, PA.
June 28, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Biggest moments from 1st presidential debate

The showdown provided an opportunity for both candidates to move the needle in the polls but President Joe Biden's performance raised new concerns among Democrats and caused Republicans to celebrate.
June 28, 2024 at 2:03 PM
VIDEO: Biggest moments from 1st presidential debate
June 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM

How Trump, Biden are feeling after 1st debate

ABC News’ Mary Bruce shares the Biden campaign’s mood and the fallout after the president’s performance and ABC News’ Jon Karl shares the Trump campaign’s reaction to the night.
June 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM
VIDEO: How Trump, Biden are feeling after 1st debate
June 28, 2024 at 1:46 PM

What Americans thought of Trump, Biden debate

ABC News’ Political Director Rick Klein breaks down key numbers after former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden’s first debate
June 28, 2024 at 1:46 PM
VIDEO: What Americans thought of Trump, Biden debate
June 28, 2024 at 1:07 PM

What if Biden or Trump suddenly leaves the 2024 race?

How Joe Biden or Donald Trump could be replaced if they drop out of the 2024 presidential race.
June 28, 2024 at 1:07 PM
 What would happen if a major presidential candidate abruptly withdrew from the race?
June 28, 2024 at 1:06 PM

5 takeaways from striking Biden-Trump presidential debate

Joe Biden delivered a halting performance in Thursday's debate with Donald Trump in an event largely viewed as a gauge on the two candidates' fitness for office.
June 28, 2024 at 1:06 PM
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump participate in the first presidential debate of the 2024 elections in Atlanta, June 27, 2024.
June 28, 2024 at 8:51 AM

The Race for the White House

ABC News’ Senior Congressional Correspondent Rachel Scott joins us from the debate site in Atlanta.
June 28, 2024 at 8:51 AM
VIDEO:  The Race for the White House
June 28, 2024 at 8:51 AM

Biden and Trump clash in a rematch for the White House

A sitting president and a former president face off on the debate stage, each candidate insisting his plan is the only way to save the country.
June 28, 2024 at 8:51 AM
VIDEO:  Biden and Trump clash in a rematch for the White House
June 28, 2024 at 7:43 AM

Viewers react to CNN’s Biden-Trump presidential debate format

Ahead of the debate, held in a studio at CNN's Atlanta headquarters, both campaigns agreed to a set of guidelines established by CNN.
June 28, 2024 at 7:43 AM
President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump during a presidential debate hosted by CNN, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
June 28, 2024 at 7:35 AM

Presidential debate highlights

Campaigns for former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden reacted to their candidates' performance. ABC News' Rachel Scott recaps the debate.
June 28, 2024 at 7:35 AM
VIDEO: Presidential debate highlights
June 28, 2024 at 6:37 AM

Biden's shaky debate panics Democrats, Republicans celebrate Trump: ANALYSIS

Joe Biden's debate performance Thursday sent Democrats into a panic amid existing concerns over his age and fitness for office.
June 28, 2024 at 6:37 AM
President Joe Biden participates in the first presidential debate of the 2024 elections with former President Donald Trump at CNN's studios in Atlanta, June 27, 2024.
June 28, 2024 at 5:44 AM

Vice President Kamala Harris reacts to Trump-Biden debate

ABC News' Linsey Davis is joined by Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss the debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
June 28, 2024 at 5:44 AM
VIDEO: Vice President Kamala Harris reacts to Trump-Biden debate
June 28, 2024 at 5:09 AM

Fact checking the Biden-Trump presidential debate

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump met for a showdown over policy and their records, but not everything was factual.
June 28, 2024 at 5:09 AM
Former President Donald Trump speaks during a presidential debate with Democrat candidate, President Joe Biden, in Atlanta, June 27, 2024.
June 28, 2024 at 5:03 AM

Where Biden and Trump stand on key 2024 issues heading into the 1st debate

Where Joe Biden and Donald Trump stand on key 2024 issues bound to come up at their first presidential debate
June 28, 2024 at 5:03 AM
President Joe Biden delivers remarks on reducing gun violence, on March 14, 2023, in Monterey Park, Calif. | Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump holds a press conference at the Mar-a-Lago estate, on April 12, 2024, in Palm Beach, Fla.
June 28, 2024 at 5:02 AM

Who will win the first Biden-Trump presidential debate?

A new 538/Ipsos poll conducted before the debate shows where Biden and Trump stand.
June 28, 2024 at 5:02 AM
Joe Biden and Donald Trump will face off in the first presidential debate of the 2024 general election on June 27.
June 28, 2024 at 5:01 AM

Potential Trump VP contenders at Atlanta debate to spin performance, make their case

Sens. J.D. Vance, Marco Rubio and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum will be on hand.
June 28, 2024 at 5:01 AM
Gov. Doug Burgum, R-N.D., Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio and Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla.
June 28, 2024 at 4:54 AM

Biden's biggest weakness -- his age -- on full display at debate: ANALYSIS

From the earliest moments of the night, President Joe Biden's biggest political weakness -- his age and perceived frailty -- became a clear liability on the debate stage.
June 28, 2024 at 4:54 AM
Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden during a presidential debate hosted by CNN, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
June 28, 2024 at 4:23 AM

Swing state voters react to presidential debate, Biden’s weak performance

Swing state voters spoke with ABC News following the first presidential debate of the election cycle.
June 28, 2024 at 4:23 AM
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump participate in the CNN Presidential Debate, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
June 28, 2024 at 4:17 AM

Trump-Biden debate recap

Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden faced off in their first debate of the 2024 election cycle. ABC News' Mary Bruce and Jonathan Karl report.
June 28, 2024 at 4:17 AM
VIDEO: Trump-Biden debate recap
June 28, 2024 at 4:14 AM

What do incumbent polls look like following 1st presidential debate?

ABC News Political Director Rick Klein breaks down the historic trends, as well as current incumbent polling numbers.
June 28, 2024 at 4:14 AM
VIDEO: What do incumbent polls look like following 1st presidential debate?
June 28, 2024 at 3:00 AM

Next Biden-Trump presidential debate will be in September on ABC

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are poised to face off again on the debate stage on Sept. 10, with ABC News' David Muir and Linsey Davis moderating.
June 28, 2024 at 3:00 AM
June 28, 2024 at 1:23 AM

Experts address Biden and Trump's climate change views ahead of presidential debate

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are set to take the stage Thursday night in a studio at CNN's Atlanta headquarters.
June 28, 2024 at 1:23 AM
President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump
June 28, 2024 at 1:21 AM

How might the earliest presidential debate ever affect the election?

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will participate in a CNN-hosted debate on Thursday — 131 days ahead of the Nov. 5 general election.
June 28, 2024 at 1:21 AM
Ben Starett, lighting programmer for CNN, sets up lights in the spin room for the presidential debate between President Joe Biden and Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump in Atlanta,  June 26, 2024.
June 28, 2024 at 1:20 AM

Biden-Trump debate: 'Threats to democracy,' Jan. 6 could take center stage

Protecting democracy is a top issue for voters but they're divided on trust.
June 28, 2024 at 1:20 AM
President Donald Trump and Democratic Presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden exchange arguments during the first presidential debate at Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio, Sept. 29, 2020.
June 28, 2024 at 1:19 AM

5 things to watch for in the 1st 2024 general election debate

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off in-person Thursday for the first of two presidential debates this year.
June 28, 2024 at 1:19 AM
This combination of pictures shows former president Donald Trump and President Joe Biden during the final presidential debate at Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn., on October 22, 2020.
June 28, 2024 at 1:04 AM

How a unique 1st debate could impact the 2024 presidential race

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with ABC News contributor and presidential historian Mark Updegrove about what makes this first presidential debate so unique and how the debate could impact the race.
June 28, 2024 at 1:04 AM
VIDEO: How a unique 1st debate could impact the 2024 presidential race
June 28, 2024 at 1:02 AM

Rep. Donalds on what he expects Trump to focus on during 1st debate

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Florida Representative Byron Donalds about what he thinks former President Trump will focus on during the first presidential debate of 2024.
June 28, 2024 at 1:02 AM
VIDEO: Rep. Donalds on what he expects Trump to focus on during 1st debate
June 28, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Battleground state voters on the economy, inflation, abortion and immigration

Voters in battle ground states respond to what they want to hear on the debate stage, and their ideas to improve the everyday struggles confronting millions of families.
June 28, 2024 at 1:01 AM
VIDEO: Battleground state voters on the economy, inflation, abortion and immigration
June 28, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Global conflicts take center stage at debate

President Biden and former President Trump are taking the debate stage amid two major global conflicts, Israel's war with Hamas and the war in Ukraine. ABC News' Matt Gutman and James Longman report.
June 28, 2024 at 1:01 AM
VIDEO: Global conflicts take center stage at debate
June 28, 2024 at 12:46 AM

Biden and Trump to square off on debate stage with no audience, muted microphones

The debate will not feature an audience and microphones will be unmuted only when it is a candidate's turn to speak. ABC News' Rachel Scott reports from Atlanta.
June 28, 2024 at 12:46 AM
VIDEO: Biden and Trump to square off on debate stage with no audience, muted microphones
June 28, 2024 at 12:46 AM

Biden campaign co-chair on Biden’s plans to connect with voters at the 1st debate

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with President Biden’s campaign co-chair & former senior adviser Cedric Richmond on how the president plans to differentiate himself at the first presidential debate.
June 28, 2024 at 12:46 AM
VIDEO: Biden campaign co-chair on Biden’s plans to connect with voters at the 1st debate