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United States President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he is withdrawing from the presidential election race, leaving Republican Donald Trump without a Democratic challenger –- for now. Biden, who had previously expressed confidence in his ability to defeat Trump again, ultimately decided to step down following concerns raised by top Democrats about his age and ability to secure a victory.

Reports indicated that former U.S. president Barack Obama and Democratic Speaker Nancy Pelosi had privately voiced their concerns about Biden’s candidacy. Pelosi even warned Biden that Democrats could lose control in the House if he continued to run. California Rep. Adam Schiff also joined the chorus, calling for Biden to pass the torch and drop his reelection bid.

Biden, 81, was elected president in 2020 and took office the following year alongside Vice President Kamala Harris. His decision to withdraw from the race has now left Trump without a Democratic opponent, setting the stage for a potentially reshaped political landscape in the upcoming election cycle.

The withdrawal of a prominent figure like Biden from the race is sure to have far-reaching implications on the political arena, sparking speculation and discussion about the future of the Democratic party and the upcoming presidential race. With uncertainty looming over the race, all eyes will be on how the remaining candidates and party leaders navigate this unprecedented development.