The nominations for the upcoming November election have been secured by both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, setting the stage for a rematch of the 2020 presidential race. This outcome follows primaries held in four states, one American territory, and among Democrats abroad.
President Biden, aged 81, expressed gratitude for the support, highlighting the perceived threat posed by Trump's candidacy. He emphasized his commitment to steering the nation forward despite challenges to democracy and contentious issues such as abortion restrictions and social program cuts.
With Biden enjoying the advantage of incumbency and facing no significant challengers within the Democratic Party, his nomination was virtually assured. Despite concerns about his age, Democratic support remained steadfast.
On the Republican side, Trump, aged 77, maintained strong popularity among the party's base, securing victory after victory in primaries with a platform focused on immigration reform, crime reduction, energy production, and a nationalist foreign policy stance.
While the re-nominations of both candidates were widely expected, polling data suggests dissatisfaction among Americans with the prospect of another Biden-Trump face-off in November.
The primaries, a state-by-state contest to accumulate party delegates, ultimately determined the nominees. Republicans needed 1,215 delegates while Democrats required 1,968.
With Biden and Trump surpassing their delegate thresholds, the stage is set for the 2024 general election, scheduled for November 5th.