Texas Democrats in Congress Split Over President Biden’s 2024 Nomination

In a dramatic turn of events, Texas Democrats in Congress are facing a tough decision on whether to stick with President Joe Biden as their 2024 nominee or replace him after a disastrous debate performance. The debate, which left many Democrats concerned about Biden’s ability to win in November, has sparked a heated debate within the party.

U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett of Austin was the first to call for Biden to step aside, citing the president’s lagging poll numbers and the need for a surge in support. “The debate cannot be unseen,” Doggett told reporters. “He is a great man, but we cannot afford to risk losing to a tyrant.”

Despite Doggett’s call for Biden to step aside, the president has managed to maintain support from key members of the Congressional Black Caucus, including U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Dallas. Crockett emphasized the importance of staying focused on the policies and progress made by the Biden administration, rather than getting caught up in the debate fallout.

Other Democrats, like U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey of Fort Worth, have remained cautious in their comments, with Veasey simply stating, “Right now, Biden is the nominee.” U.S. Rep. Colin Allred of Dallas, who is running against Sen. Ted Cruz, has remained silent on the issue, saying he is still processing Biden’s debate performance.

While some Democrats have tried to shift the focus to former President Donald Trump and the Republican agenda, others, like U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar of El Paso, are looking to move forward. Escobar, a national co-chair for Biden’s campaign, emphasized the importance of looking ahead and not dwelling on missed opportunities.

As the debate within the party continues, U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez of McAllen urged Democrats and the media not to rush to judgment. “He stumbled in a 90-minute debate, but that shouldn’t be the end of it all,” Gonzalez said, noting that he believes Biden is mentally fit to continue as president.

With tensions running high and the 2024 election looming, Texas Democrats are facing a critical decision that could have far-reaching implications for the party and the country.