The outgoing president alluded only indirectly to his reasons for standing down, telling US citizens that "nothing can come in the way of saving our democracy".
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00:00President Joe Biden said on Wednesday that he pulled out of the presidential race over concerns about the future of U.S. democracy.
00:09He said he was quote passing the torch to a new generation in his first public remarks since ending his re-election bid against Republican Donald Trump.
00:18He praised Vice President Kamala Harris who, after his endorsement, secured enough Democratic delegates to become the nominee in his place.
00:26During his speech, supporters gathered outside the White House in gratitude for his service.