Starmer praises Biden’s ‘remarkable’ career after US election withdrawal

Prime minister among UK political leaders to celebrate US president's achievements and character

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Sir Keir Starmer says he respects Joe Biden's decision to pull out of the US presidential election, describing the 81-year-old's political career as remarkable".

The UK prime minister said: I respect President Biden's decision and I look forward to us working together during the remainder of his presidency.