Off-camera were his closest supporters, including first lady Jill Biden, his children, and his grandchildren.
“Nothing can come in the way of saving our democracy, and that includes personal ambition.”
While Biden didn’t mention his Republican rival by name, he dropped some not-so-subtle references.
She told us exclusively that Biden isn’t about to back down in his war against Trump.
Did Joe Biden have a little work done before his speech?
Body language expert Traci Brown noted other telling signs in President Biden’s dropout speech.
The lowest I’ve ever seen."
In body language terms, Brown explained, this indicates a desire to confront a perceived threat.
(Or could there be something else at play?
Brown didn’t remark on Biden’s hands, but he seemed to be avoiding broad gestures.
He kept his fingers folded, only occasionally spreading his hands or pointing.
Other murmurs suggested the president had felt obligated to endorse his vice president as his replacement on the ballot.
His Oval Office speech, however, indicated otherwise.
“I made my choice.
I made my views known.
I would like to thank our great Vice President Kamala Harris.
She’s experienced, she’s tough, she’s capable.
She’s been an incredible partner to me and a leader for our country.”
His words were strong, but his body language was stronger.
He didn’t show any different emotions when talking about those topics."
The president closed with a powerful reminder: “History is in your hands.
