On Sunday, President Joe Biden announced that he was ending his bid for reelection. Reaction from Arizona’s politicians and pundits was swift.
“If anyone’s wondering, under ARS 16-344, the new Dem nominees for President & VP will qualify to appear on the general election ballot in AZ so long as the state party chair submits nomination documents for presidential electors to the Secretary of State by August 9, 2024 at 5pm,” tweeted Bo Dul, formerly with the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office (SoS) and General Counsel to Governor Katie Hobbs. “And to clarify, per SOS procedures, the official designation of each national party’s nominees can come later — by August 25. But PRESIDENTIAL ELECTOR nomination docs must be filed by Aug. 9 at 5pm per ARS 16-344, even if the national party committee hasn’t finalized nominees yet.”
President Biden is the embodiment of a public servant. Throughout his career, he has led with integrity, selflessness, and unparalleled empathy. His decision today is a clear reflection of these qualities and his commitment to putting the American people first.
— Katie Hobbs (@katiehobbs) July 21, 2024
Joe Biden is too weak and feeble to be prosecuted.
He is too weak and feeble to campaign.
How is he strong enough to continue serving as Commander in Chief of the strongest nation in the world?
Joe Biden ought to step down.
— Rep Andy Biggs (@RepAndyBiggsAZ) July 21, 2024
Biden choosing not to run for re-election affirms what the world has known for years – that he’s not mentally fit to be President. Democrats’ attempted cover up would be comical were it not so serious. Once again, they’ve put our national security at risk for their own gain.
— Andy Biggs (@andybiggs4az) July 21, 2024
I want to thank President @JoeBiden for his dedicated service to our nation. From guiding us out of the pandemic, to revitalizing our economy and for supporting freedom and democracy at home and abroad. 1/3
— Kris Mayes (@krismayes) July 21, 2024
Biden bows out of presidential race after opening our border and ruining neighborhoods from coast to coast. He’s out – but the Left wants his agenda to continue. When it comes to Maricopa County — NOT ON MY WATCH! https://t.co/79O8lXBsnz
— Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell (@Rachel1Mitchell) July 21, 2024
I couldn’t be more confident that Vice President @KamalaHarris is the right person to defeat Donald Trump and lead our country into the future. She has my support for the nomination, and Gabby and I will do everything we can to elect her President of the United States. 🇺🇸
— Captain Mark Kelly (@CaptMarkKelly) July 21, 2024
We’re witnessing the real destruction of democracy by democrats. Not until August will we know who a small group of elitists choose over the democratically elected nominee of their party literally disregarding over ten million votes of citizens across the nation. #Tyranny pic.twitter.com/v3goIrg2SP
— Travis Grantham (@TravisGrantham) July 21, 2024
America is in crisis.@JoeBiden enablers like @KamalaHarris & @RubenGallego caused this mess by supporting a man in CLEAR mental decline & supporting his dead-end agenda 100% of the time.
Whoever the Democrat elites choose to be their nominee will champion the same destructive… pic.twitter.com/NPOqsnzrDd
— Kari Lake (@KariLake) July 21, 2024
My statement on President Joe Biden: pic.twitter.com/hi1s6A1zzk
— Ruben Gallego (@RubenGallego) July 21, 2024
First question to @Potus Biden when he resurfaces: Can you tell us about how “God spoke to you” this weekend since you said only days ago, that you wouldn’t leave the race unless God speaks to you?
Such is the infinite flexibility of the ‘confabulations’ of advanced-staged…
— M. Zuhdi Jasser (@DrZuhdiJasser) July 21, 2024
I’m proud to endorse @KamalaHarris.
The contrast in this race could not be clearer—a prosecutor versus a convicted felon. A champion for American’s fundamental freedoms versus a man who has tried to rip them away at every turn.
Let’s get to work.
— Greg Stanton (@gregstantonaz) July 21, 2024
The Democrats do not believe in ‘democracy’ – It’s all about control and power.
Do NOT get complacent. They won’t hand over the keys of power without a fight. They must be defeated this November.
— Abe Hamadeh (@AbrahamHamadeh) July 21, 2024
.@POTUS will be remembered as one of the most consequential presidents in our history.
His legacy will forever be one that helped save the US from fascism, led our nation out of the pandemic, crafted an economic recovery plan that prioritized working families, and led the… pic.twitter.com/THR2mXk070
— Raul M. Grijalva (@RepRaulGrijalva) July 21, 2024
Make no mistake: In #AZ06, Joe Biden and his policies are on the ballot in the form of @EngelForArizona. From our border to your pocketbooks, we can’t let Biden-Engel win. https://t.co/vVCME8REp3
— Juan Ciscomani (@JuanCiscomani) July 21, 2024
I am excited to support @KamalaHarris to be the next Democratic President of the United States. She is ready to step up and lead. I’m ready to jump in and do all I can to help elect Kamala Harris to the White House. pic.twitter.com/klskWMrLZn
— Regina Romero (@TucsonRomero) July 21, 2024
Who ever the democrats dig up to replace @JoeBiden, I stand with President Trump. https://t.co/jl9rVmcSNL pic.twitter.com/OBUP3vGVn9
— Michelle Ugenti-Rita (MUR) (@MichelleUgenti) July 21, 2024
Thank you @POTUS for showing us what a true American President is. Your leadership and dedication to our country is incredible. https://t.co/5HYw4VrYRl
— Representative Nancy Gutierrez (@nancygforAZ) July 21, 2024
The time interval from “that’s a MAGA conspiracy theory” to “oh, guess MAGA was right again” is decreasing. https://t.co/DmtgbpHzMo
— Rep. Alexander Kolodin (@realAlexKolodin) July 21, 2024
The Biden-Harris Administration has been one of the most successful in the history of our country— from rebuilding our economy to protecting our fundamental freedoms.
Read our full statement here: https://t.co/peZlyiePfG pic.twitter.com/bBMbO6RWFB
— Arizona Democratic Party (@azdemparty) July 21, 2024
🚨 OFFICIAL STATEMENT 🚨
The Biden-Harris administration’s failures are undeniable. Sky-high prices, an open border, and unchecked fentanyl are crippling America. Endorsing Kamala Harris is a desperate move by Democrats.
Read our full statement below. ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/CsMsDfIsqT
— Republican Party of Arizona (@AZGOP) July 21, 2024
I had the distinct honor of being a Presidential Elector in 2020 and casting my ballot for @JoeBiden and @VP Kamala Harris. I want to thank Biden for his dedicated service to our country. It’s time to support VP Harris, ensuring we keep Trump out of the White House. pic.twitter.com/JldBxmH9Q3
— Supervisor Steve Gallardo (@Steve_Gallardo) July 22, 2024
Millions of Democrat voters around the country were just disenfranchised with Democrat Party insiders pushing their choice of nominee out the window.
So much for “Democracy”
— Jordan Kittleson (@JKKittleson) July 21, 2024
