Mike Donilon Details President Biden's 2024 Election Withdrawal

Decision to Withdraw from 2024 Race

• 💡 Mike Donilon, a former advisor to President Biden, testified that he advised the President to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race on April 20th, the day before Biden officially announced his departure.
• 🎯 Donilon believed Biden could still win but acknowledged it would be difficult and likely lead to a divided party.
• 🧠 The President's decision was influenced by his view that he did not want to divide the Democratic Party.

Key Discussions and Attendees

• 📌 The decision-making process involved several hours of conversation over the weekend of April 20th-21st at the Rahobit residence.
• 👥 Attendees included Donilon, Tomasi, Anthony Bernal, the First Lady, and President Biden.
• 📞 Hunter Biden joined the conversation remotely via phone and was supportive of the President withdrawing from the race.

Advisor Roles and Perspectives

• 🤝 Donilon focused on polling and data in his advice, while Steve Rashetti had significant contact with members of Congress.
• 🗣️ Donilon stated he gave the President a