Former President Joe Biden recently gave his first interview since leaving the White House in January, addressing his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. In a conversation with the BBC, the 82-year-old reflected on the timing of his departure, which paved the way for Vice President Kamala Harris to run against Donald Trump.
Biden stated that he doesn’t believe stepping down earlier would have altered the election’s outcome, where Trump ultimately secured victory. He explained that the decision was difficult, made at a time when the campaign was strong and well-funded. He emphasized his commitment to passing the torch to the next generation but acknowledged that the rapid pace of events made it a challenging choice to leave.
Despite the difficulty, Biden expressed no regrets about his decision. He maintains that it was the right course of action, though he admitted it was a tough call. His comments come nearly a year after his July announcement, where he cited his desire to focus on presidential duties and support Kamala Harris as his successor. He publicly endorsed Harris as his replacement, highlighting her selection as his VP in 2020 as one of his best decisions.
Meanwhile, Kamala Harris, who ran with Tim Walz as her running mate, has begun to re-enter the public eye following Trump’s inauguration. A recent surprise appearance at the Met Gala with her husband, Doug Emhoff, marked a step back into the spotlight. The Met Gala itself saw a dazzling array of celebrities showcasing their style, from Cardi B’s striking green Burberry outfit to Kendall Jenner’s head-turning Torishéju suit. Kim Kardashian’s chic leather ensemble, Zendaya’s elegant all-white pantsuit, and Colman Domingo’s two show-stopping Valentino looks also garnered significant attention.
Other notable appearances included Jaden Smith’s plaid cape, Pamela Anderson’s sparkly gown, LaKeith Stanfield’s black and white suit, Suki Waterhouse’s matching suit, Janelle Monáe’s layered suit look, Madonna’s satin Tom Ford suit, Emma Chamberlain’s risqué Courrèges gown, Bad Bunny’s Prada suit and oversized bag, Sabrina Carpenter’s burgundy Louis Vuitton creation, Teyana Taylor’s Ruth E. Carter design, Gigi Hadid’s shimmering Miu Miu gown, Jennie Kim’s black suit, Diana Ross’s extravagant co-designed gown, Pusha T’s Louis Vuitton suit, Maya Hawke’s Prada gown, Coco Jones’s Manish Malhotra ensemble, and Lewis Hamilton’s custom Wales Bonner suit. The event was a testament to the enduring power of fashion and the continued relevance of tailored style. The diverse range of styles showcased at the Met Gala highlighted both classic elegance and modern, boundary-pushing designs.
Harris, despite the election result, expressed her optimism for the future in her concession speech, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and continued fighting for America’s promise. This hopeful message and her recent public appearances suggests a continued role in the political landscape.
