Wisconsin reaction to President Biden ending reelection campaign

APPLETON, Wis. — Several Wisconsin political figures react to President Joe Biden’s decision to no longer seek reelection.

U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D):

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— Tammy Baldwin (@tammybaldwin) July 21, 2024

Gov. Tony Evers (D):

My statement regarding President @JoeBiden’s decision today. https://t.co/y7GEql0xtW pic.twitter.com/qi5u5rUa4y

— Tony Evers (@Tony4WI) July 21, 2024

Democratic Party of Wisconsin:

U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan (D-2):

“I thank President Biden for his tremendous service to this country. He has been a tremendously effective president, from getting us out of COVID to reinvigorating the economy. His progressive accomplishments have been helpful to everyday Americans in my district. His announcement puts his country over his own ambition, making him truly a fire-breathing, flying unicorn by Washington DC standards.

“On the other side of the coin, the Republican party just re-nominated a 34-time convicted felon, sexual abuser, and author of Project 2025 to be on the ballot. A twice-impeached insurrectionist should never go anywhere near the White House. Moreover, he would be the oldest and most unstable man ever to occupy the Oval Office. I call on the Republican party to have the necessary discussion about Donald Trump stepping aside and letting a new generation run for office.

“I look forward to supporting Vice President Harris in her bid to be the nominee of our party. “

State. Sen. Melissa Agard (D-16):

“I am filled with gratitude for President Biden and his lifetime of public service. This decision was courageous and reflects the President’s selfless dedication to his country. There is no doubt in my mind that his achievements will cement Joe Biden’s legacy as one of the most consequential presidents of our time.

“President Biden has always put the interests of the nation and the people he serves first. Today, he continued that legacy of humble leadership.

“The investments in infrastructure by the Biden Administration will benefit Wisconsin for generations to come. In addition, his support for strengthening our democracy, expanding affordable health care, and protecting the right to choose; give us a road map for our continued efforts to create a more perfect union.”

Republican Party of Wisconsin:

“Having already denied voters the chance to replace Joe Biden during the primaries, the Democrat Party is now subjecting the American people to chaos, uncertainty, and an incapacitated presidency. If Joe Biden is incapable of the rigors of running for reelection, then he cannot be trusted to fulfill the duties of his office. Everyone from Vice President Harris, Tammy Baldwin, and the Democrat establishment bears responsibility for enabling the vanity and self-delusion of the Bidens.”

State Sen. Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-19):

“As someone who has seen aging patients, it obviously has been difficult watching President Biden the last few months,” said Sen. Cabral-Guevara. “I am hopeful that he will have more time to spend with family moving forward.”

“Democratic Party elites will now select their candidate. Let me be clear: this party of ‘democracy’ will be ignoring more primary votes than at any other point in recent memory. It is time to reject the Democrat chaos and elect President Trump this November.”