Biden's resignation triggers political tsunami in the U.S.

Joe Biden's resignation from his reelection candidacy has caused a political tsunami in the United States and, consequently, around the world. With his announcement to withdraw from the 2020 electoral race, Biden has taken a brave and necessary step, acknowledging that his advanced age and physical condition prevented him from continuing the fight for the presidency of the most powerful nation in the world. While his decision has been positively received by many within the Democratic Party, it opens up a range of uncertainties and challenges in the face of the contest against the current president, Donald Trump. The news of Biden's resignation has not been surprising to many, given the growing doubts about his ability to defeat Trump in an election that is shaping up to be crucial for the future of American democracy. His poor performance in the presidential debate with Trump only served to confirm suspicions that his candidacy was not the most suitable to face the current president. Aware of this, Biden made the right decision to step aside and make way for new figures within the party. Biden's endorsement of his vice president, Kamala Harris, as the successor in the Democratic candidacy, has generated mixed opinions within the party. While figures like Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi have welcomed Biden's decision, not everyone is convinced that Harris is the best choice. With a citizen approval rating below 40% and a questioned political career, Harris will have an uphill battle to earn the support of voters, especially in key states that define the elections. The Democratic Convention to be held in Chicago in less than a month will be the stage where the candidate who will face Trump in November will be defined. The Democratic machinery will have to work hard to boost the campaign of the new contender and reverse the trend that shows Trump with better numbers in several decisive states. Political polarization and Harris's youth could work in her favor, but the lack of enthusiasm in key sectors of the population represents a significant challenge. On the other hand, Trump's candidacy is not without criticism and challenges. His choice of James D. Vance as running mate reflects his intention to maintain an aggressive and polarizing rhetoric, which concerns many inside and outside the United States. Trump's government program continues to generate controversies on issues such as immigration, trade policy, and climate change, fueling uncertainty about the country's future in the event of reelection. In this context of change and readjustment in American politics, it is essential to remember that elections are unpredictable and that the element of surprise can play a decisive role. Biden, by stepping aside, has shown responsibility and has improved the Democratic Party's chances in the electoral race. Now, the focus is on who will be the candidate to garner the necessary support to face Trump in November and, above all, on what proposals and values their campaign will be based on to convince an increasingly polarized and demanding electorate.