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Biden fails to quiet doubters as more express concern

Season 2024 Episode 195 | 4m 50s

President Biden is facing more calls from Democratic lawmakers to step aside as the party’s nominee. Since his Thursday night press conference several House Democrats have issued statements asking for the president to leave the race. They join other congressional Democrats who made similar calls earlier this week. White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports.

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