He admitted to making a “mistake” with his clumsy performance to a Wisconsin radio station, but he urged people to evaluate him based on his tenure in the White House.
On Wednesday, he attempted to reassure prominent Democrats, such as state governors and campaign staff, amid rumors that he was considering his options.
“I am the Democratic Party’s nominee. Nobody is shoving me away. In a call to the larger campaign, he declared, “I’m not leaving,” a source told News.
Vice President Kamala Harris joined Mr. Biden on the call and reaffirmed her support.
Before the election in November, speculation has grown as to whether she might unseat the president as the party’s nominee.
The Biden-Harris team sent out a strong fundraising email following the call. Mr. Biden declared, “Let me say this as plainly and simply as I can: I’m running.”
\Following a debate in which the 81-year-old spoke incoherently and with a weak voice, speculation has been running over whether he will carry on with his campaign.
It raised questions about his suitability for government and his chances of winning the election in Democratic circles.
