As concerns grow among Democrats about President Joe Biden’s ability to stay at the top of the party’s ticket, the Democratic National Committee is distributing talking points asserting that Biden will remain the nominee and no one else is eligible for nomination. However, there is a process in place, outlined in party rules, for replacing Biden if he voluntarily steps aside after the August convention, which involves DNC Chair Jamie Harrison and other party leaders choosing a new nominee. The Biden campaign is trying to downplay the possibility of him stepping aside and is reluctant to admit the existence of the rule for replacing the nominee. While most Democratic insiders believe Vice President Kamala Harris would be the likely substitute if Biden were to step down, there are potential complications with changing the nominee, including state laws governing ballot printing and fundraising challenges. Despite this, the DNC is actively asserting that Biden is the only candidate who could win in November, while some prominent Democrats have suggested that both Biden and Harris could be on the ticket. Overall, as discussions about Biden’s candidacy continue, the DNC is trying to reassure Democrats while preparing for the possibility of a new nominee.
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