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Rep. Tom Kean Jr. says he’s on track for a full recovery from a health issue that sidelined him since March, plans to return to voting and campaigning within weeks, and has confirmed a bid for a third term in Congress, promising to publicly disclose details of his illness soon.
GOP Rep. Matt Rosendale of Montana has dropped his re-election bid for a third term, citing "false and defamatory rumors" and a death threat. This comes after he previously ended a Senate campaign due to a lack of resources and former President Donald Trump endorsing his opponent. Rosendale's decision has led to a crowded field for the House seat, with former Rep. Denny Rehberg among the candidates. Rosendale, a member of the conservative Freedom Caucus, has caused friction within the GOP leadership and faced challenges from within the party.
A coalition of over 1,000 Black pastors is urging the Biden administration to push for a cease-fire in Gaza, citing increasing distress among their parishioners over the suffering of Palestinians and criticizing the president's response. The effort not only makes a moral case for action but also carries a political warning, as many Black faith leaders express dismay that their support for Biden's re-election bid could be imperiled if the administration does not address the issue to their satisfaction.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced his bid for re-election, which is expected to secure him a fifth term in office. With a strong grip on power and an approval rating of 82%, Putin is widely expected to win another six-year term. The voting window will be extended to three days, and voting will also be open in four regions of Ukraine that were partially annexed by Russia. While it is unclear who will challenge Putin, imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny has urged his supporters to vote for anyone but Putin.
President Joe Biden expressed confidence in his chances of winning against former President Donald Trump in 2024 and addressed concerns about his age, saying it doesn't register with him. Biden officially launched his 2024 re-election bid with a video message Tuesday, ending months of speculation over his political plans. In recent months, he had faced scrutiny about his age from political opponents and voters as he hinted that he would run again. An NBC News poll released this month found that 70% of Americans, including 51% of Democrats, said he should not run for a second term.
US President Joe Biden has announced his intention to run for re-election in 2024, making him the oldest president in US history to seek a second term. Biden, who is 78 years old, has faced questions about his age and health since entering the White House earlier this year. His decision to run again sets the stage for a potentially contentious Democratic primary in 2024 and a high-stakes general election against a Republican challenger.