Democratic leaders across New York and the tri-state quickly weighed in on President Joe Biden's decision to no longer seek a second term and to step aside in the 2024 race for president.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams praised Biden for his service and his decision to withdraw from the campaign.
"America owes a debt of gratitude to President Biden for his decades of service," Adams said in a post on X. "He is now again delivering for the American people by passing the torch at a critical moment where we must continue to put working-people first and address cost of living and public safety concerns."
Adams said he looks forward to working with the Democratic party in the push towards the November election, but did not endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, like Biden did.
"I think that she's the voice that the party needs right now," the mayor later said Monday morning on MSNBC's "Morning Joe."
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul thanked the president in a post on X.
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"Joe Biden is an American hero, a true statesman, and he'll go down in history as one of the greatest champions of working families our nation has ever known. Thank you, @JoeBiden," the post said.
Hochul did not weigh in, however, on what comes next for the Democratic party in the 2024 campaign.
Conn. Gov. Ned Lamont said, "The president has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, and I believe she will be the front runner when our convention meets next month."
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said, "Thank you, Mr. President, for over 50 years of service to our grateful nation. Your time in office will be remembered as one of the most successful and impactful presidencies in American history."
