Teamsters shake up 2024 race: Biden endorsement in jeopardy

President Joe Biden is teetering on the edge of losing a crucial labor endorsement from the powerful Teamsters union, whose leaders are contemplating a historic decision to back no candidate in the upcoming presidential race.

This move would be a significant blow to Biden’s reelection efforts, which heavily rely on union support.

Despite a long history of Democratic endorsements, the 1.3 million-member Teamsters union, which endorsed Biden in 2020, is divided internally and frustrated with the current administration.

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Teamsters President Sean O’Brien’s recent appearance at the Republican National Convention, where he praised Donald Trump and other Republican lawmakers, highlights the union’s growing discontent.

While the union’s final decision is still pending, the implications are clear: a non-endorsement could undermine Biden’s appeal to working-class voters in key swing states. O’Brien’s refusal to endorse any candidate unless they show real commitment to American workers adds a dramatic twist to an already volatile election season.

This potential shift comes amid mounting calls from some Democratic lawmakers and donors for Biden to step aside, following his lackluster performance in the recent debate. The Teamsters’ dissatisfaction also stems from Biden’s refusal to meet with O’Brien over the rescue of trucking giant Yellow Corp and its 30,000 union jobs.

As union groups are a vital source of campaign support, their hesitation could spell trouble for Biden’s bid. The Democratic National Committee has yet to finalize its convention programming, leaving the door open for last-minute changes.