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The presidential debate that led to Biden bowing out

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Ryan Allen
July 21, 2024

It was US President Joe Biden himself who called for an early debate with Donald Trump to dispel concerns about his age. The move backfired, and the resulting pressure has seen him bow out in time for Democrats to find another candidate.

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