Biden hints at 2024 run, but no official announcement yet

President Joe Biden's re-election campaign is taking shape, with top White House advisers making final decisions on launching the campaign, even though the president has not yet formally declared his 2024 plans. Biden's delay in announcing his candidacy is driven by several factors, including the absence of a major Democratic challenger, his now-indicted predecessor consuming the political spotlight, and a major clash with congressional Republicans over spending looming. Despite the delay, aides say they have little doubt that Biden will seek a second term, and preparations are underway accordingly.