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Jul 2024
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16. JOE BIDEN DROPS OUT

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What happens next as Joe Biden withdraws from the 2024 presidential race? Should the Democrats have an open convention? Would Kamala Harris be able to take on Donald Trump?


Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci are joined by Rory and Alastair in today’s episode as they answer all these questions and more. 


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