The White House has issued a statement regarding nationwide technology disruptions due to Microsoft device outages caused by a security software update. President Biden is monitoring the situation and staying in contact with CrowdStrike’s executive leadership. The White House is assessing the impacts on various sectors such as flight operations, 911 centers, hospitals, surface transportation systems, and law enforcement, and is ready to provide assistance as needed.
In other news, Representative Morgan McGarvey of Kentucky has urged Biden to step aside in the upcoming election, citing high stakes and the need to focus on defeating Donald Trump. Questions surrounding Biden’s nomination were raised during a meeting with the Democratic National Convention’s rules committee, prompting concerns among delegates about the process. Delegates were informed about the ability to vote for the person they were pledged to, but there is a loophole that allows them to act according to their conscience, although this clause has never been tested.
Additionally, Kamala Harris will participate in a call with major Democratic donors at the request of senior advisors to the president. The move to nominate Biden virtually ahead of the convention sparked backlash among Democrats, with concerns about rushing the nomination before possible challenges. Discussions are ongoing about the potential for a Biden withdrawal and the process that would follow, including the nomination of a new candidate and the selection of a vice president. Ohio’s state law requiring notice by August 9 may pose a challenge for any new candidate.
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