Hawaii Governor Josh Green disclosed that President Joe Biden may announce his decision on continuing his re-election campaign within the next few days. Speaking to The Associated Press after a meeting involving Democratic governors, Governor Green, who has a longstanding connection with Biden, hinted at a possible timeline for Biden’s decision-making process.
“If the president felt that he wasn’t up to it and truly not up to it, he would step down,” Governor Green remarked, reflecting on Biden’s recent challenges and the speculation surrounding his candidacy’s future. Green also expressed confidence that if Biden opts not to run, he might nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor on the Democratic ticket.
The governor, a former physician, defended Biden against criticism regarding his mental acuity, emphasizing that occasional lapses in expression should not overshadow a leader’s experience and wisdom. Green underscored his personal support for Biden until the president makes his intentions clear.
Regarding the decision-making process, Green stressed the importance of Biden’s closest advisers and personal reflection, suggesting that external pressures, including from fellow governors and members of Congress returning to Capitol Hill, could influence Biden’s final choice.
Reflecting on the recent meeting with Biden, Governor Green dismissed claims of a scripted agenda favoring Biden, describing it instead as an open and candid discussion among governors with varying viewpoints.
In conclusion, Governor Green highlighted Vice President Harris’s qualifications and the Democratic Party’s potential enthusiasm should she be nominated, underscoring her credentials as a powerful and thought-leading figure within the party.
