The Democratic Party is facing a crisis over who should be their presidential candidate, with calls for President Joe Biden to step aside mounting. Despite this, the party committee governing the nominating process is proceeding as planned. A virtual meeting was held to discuss formally nominating Biden weeks before the convention, but no decisions were made. The virtual roll call idea has detractors, but dissent was minimal during the meeting. The purpose was to address a paperwork issue causing concern for Democrats. Ohio’s ballot submission deadline conflict has led to plans for a virtual roll call vote. Some worry this is to secure Biden’s nomination and avoid potential legal issues if he remains the nominee until the convention. Biden’s allies have significant influence over the party, as evident in the meeting. Despite concerns, Biden could still step aside and be replaced even after being formally nominated in the virtual roll call. The party is full of Biden allies, and he has won the majority of pledged delegates. The Rules Committee could amend the process if Biden drops out before the convention. The party is focused on promoting the “Biden-Harris ticket” and moving forward with their plans for the November election, despite the uncertainty and calls for change within the party.
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