Biden admits a mistake in the debate, but promises to stay in the fight for re-election

US President Joe Biden admitted that he made a mistake in last week's debate against Donald Trump, but promised to continue the presidential fight and reassured key allies. On Wednesday, in an interview with a radio station in Wisconsin, he apologized for his "stumbling" and called on voters to evaluate him based on his tenure in the White House.

Pressure and support

After speculation about his future, the president worked to reassure top Democrats, including state governors and campaign staff. "I am a candidate of the Democratic Party. Nobody kicks me out. I'm not leaving," Biden said during a call with the wider campaign, a source told BBC News. Vice President Kamala Harris also took part in the phone call, who once again expressed her support.

Speculation about compensation

Speculations about the possible replacement of Biden by Harris before the elections in November are gaining momentum. But Biden's campaign released a fundraising email after the phone call with a clear message: "I'm running." Biden's fitness became the subject of speculation after the debate, when he displayed verbal lapses and a weak voice, raising concerns among Democrats about his fitness to serve and his ability to win the election.

Public opinion

Pressure on Biden to step down intensified as polls showed his Republican rival's lead widening. According to a New York Times poll published after the debate, Trump leads by six percentage points. Another CBS News poll showed Trump's three-point lead in key battleground states. Some Democrats and donors, including industrialist Ramesh Kapur, have urged Biden to pass the torch.

Biden's reaction

Despite these pressures, Biden and his team vehemently deny reports that he is actively considering his future. Reports from the New York Times and CNN state that Biden is aware of the threat to his campaign. His upcoming appearances, including an ABC News interview and Friday's rally in Wisconsin, are crucial to his campaign.

Support of senior democrats

Among the Democrats Biden met with on Wednesday were 20 state governors, including Gavin Newsom of California and Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, who are considered possible replacements should Biden resign. Maryland Governor Wes Moore said after the meeting: "The president has always stood behind us, we will stand behind him."

Possibility of replacement

Should Biden resign, Harris is still considered the most likely replacement. Although her popularity was not high, her support among Democrats increased after the Biden debate. Trump's comments suggest that he might turn his attention to Harris if she becomes the front-runner. Biden's campaign will continue to seek his re-election, and his team will focus on proving his fitness for office in the coming days and weeks.