In a growing chorus of voices, Democratic lawmakers, donors, strategists, and constituents are calling for President Joe Biden to step aside and allow a new generation of leaders to take the reins for the 2024 election. Despite efforts to reset his campaign and dispel doubts about his ability to serve another term, Biden is facing increasing opposition within his own party.

The latest Democrat to openly express their concerns is Representative Angie Craig of Minnesota, who stated that after witnessing Biden's lack of a forceful response during the debate with Republican rival Donald Trump, the president should step aside. Craig's opinion holds weight as she played a crucial role in securing one of the Democrats' key suburban wins in the 2018 midterms and her district was vital for Biden's success in the 2020 election.

With the Democratic convention approaching and only four months until Election Day, the party cannot afford to continue with this internal discord much longer. However, until Biden either steps aside or Democrats come to terms with the fact that he won't, concerns about his chances against Trump are likely to persist.

Recognizing the urgency for resolution, some senior party leaders such as Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and Representative James Clyburn are actively working to bring the party back in line with the president. Their initial doubts about Biden following the debate have given way to public statements supporting him as the right choice for the country.

In an effort to showcase his commitment to the 2024 race, Biden participated in a meeting with all ten of his campaign's national co-chairs, including Clyburn. However, the lack of public endorsement from most other House Democrats suggests that lawmakers are not easily convinced by what they have seen from the president. As lawmakers return to Washington at the beginning of the week, it is expected that more House Democrats will call for Biden to step aside.

Biden, for his part, has dialed back his public schedule following the fervor of the past few days. Nevertheless, he plans to resume campaigning in Philadelphia on Sunday, looking to put the debate behind him. Additionally, he is scheduled to hold a news conference during the upcoming NATO summit, further underlining his determination.

While Biden's recent interview with ABC was intended to rejuvenate his campaign, it garnered expressions of disappointment from both party members and anonymous sources. Even within the White House, there are concerns that the interview alone will not be enough to shift the narrative. Campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez has reportedly been in contact with lawmakers and administration officials, urging them not to voice their concerns publicly about the race and the president's electability.

Amidst this atmosphere of uncertainty, Democrats are grappling with their observations and opinions about the president, but remain uncertain about the way forward. Of particular concern was Biden's suggestion that even if he were to be defeated in a rematch with Trump, he would feel content knowing he gave it his all. Many considered this response to be insufficient in addressing the challenges faced by the party.

As the 2024 election looms closer, President Biden faces mounting pressure from within his own party to step aside, highlighting the divide and uncertainty among Democrats. The coming weeks will likely prove pivotal in determining the future course of the party's leadership and the upcoming presidential race.