Senator Carper Statement on President Biden’s Re-Election Decision

Today, Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.) released the following statement regarding President Joe Biden’s decision to not seek the Democratic nomination for President:

“It has been my privilege to serve the people of Delaware and America with Joe Biden for 50 years. I love him like a brother. He’s a proud Democrat, but he’s an American first. From the day he took office, he has consistently said that in the end, his final decision on running for re-election would be based on what’s best for America. His decision today meets that standard, and I am immensely proud of him for that.

“Now, during his last five months in office, President Biden will be able to give his undivided attention to the awesome responsibilities of serving as our commander-in-chief, while continuing to build on the remarkable record of achievement that’s been attained over the course of his Administration. Not only have we built the strongest economy in the world under the leadership of our President, but he has led the most significant investment in combating climate change and signed into law the largest expansion of veterans’ health benefits in our nation’s history, while also increasing affordable health care coverage for Americans, lowering prescription drug costs for seniors, and leading this country out of a global pandemic. President Biden’s record is one that all Americans can be proud of.

“Today, the prayers of my family are with our President, his wife, Jill, and their family. We are indebted to them for sharing Joe Biden with the people of our country for a half-century, and for their willingness to continue doing so until January 20, 2025.

“May God bless them today and in the days to come.”

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