Democratic Rep. Phillips Resigns from Party Leadership Role Amid Speculation of 2024 Biden Challenge

Rep. Dean Phillips announced he is stepping down from his Democratic leadership role amid speculation he may challenge Biden in 2024 primary.
Phillips resigned as co-chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee but will remain in Congress.
He said his convictions about the 2024 race are "incongruent" with most Democrats in Congress.
Phillips has been critical of Biden running for reelection and floated possibly challenging him.
His comments reportedly caused frustration among some House Democrats who want unity behind Biden.

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