“Joe Biden announces 2024 re-election bid amidst threat from Trump”

US President Joe Biden announced on Tuesday his intention to run for a second term, citing the continued threat to American democracy from former President Donald Trump. In a video released by his campaign team, Biden stated, “This is not a time to be complacent. That’s why I’m running for re-election.” He also criticized Republican platforms and vowed to fight against efforts aimed at limiting women’s healthcare, cutting Social Security, and banning books. Additionally, he will be joined in his 2024 bid by Vice President Kamala Harris. While Biden’s age makes his re-election bid a historic and risky gamble, his campaign seeks to remind voters of his accomplishments, particularly his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent economic recovery. The 2024 election is likely to be a more physical affair.