President Joe Biden has stepped out of the presidential re-election race overnight with an announcement posted on X.

Biden said he will remain in his role as president and commander-in-chief until his term ends in January next year.

The President has been under pressure to withdraw with questions over his age and a shaky performance in a debate against Donald Trump.

He has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to become the Democratic nominee.

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