Biden Visits Minnesota Farm to Promote Rural Agenda Amid Primary Challenge, Israel-Gaza Conflict

President Biden visited a Minnesota farm to promote his rural agenda and federal spending on climate-smart agriculture. He acknowledged the Israel-Gaza conflict and the need for a ceasefire.

The visit came after Rep. Dean Phillips announced a primary challenge against Biden, citing concerns about his age and poll numbers. Leading Minnesota Democrats continue to back Biden.

Muslim American leaders launched an "Abandon Biden" campaign over his handling of the Gaza situation, saying they won't vote for him in 2024 without an immediate ceasefire.

Rural voters have increasingly shifted to the GOP, with farmers criticizing Biden over inflation and environmental programs. Democrats missed a deadline to reauthorize the Farm Bill.

After the farm visit, Biden attended a campaign event in Minneapolis. He briefly engaged with a rabbi protesting and calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Gaza.