Tennessee’s two United States Senators are calling for President Joe Biden to resign after making the announcement he will no longer seek to run for re-election.

Sens. Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty each say Biden should resign immediately if he isn’t capable of running for re-election.

Biden says he is intent on completing his term.

President Joe Biden announcing he would no longer be running in the 2024 presidential election.

The move comes after several Democratic leaders, including Nancy Pelosi and former President Barack Obama, reportedly pushed for it.

Several of East Tennessee’s lawmakers releasing statements shortly after the president’s announcement yesterday (Sunday).

Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon saying it’s takes courage to pass the baton to the next generation of leaders. Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs saying if Joe Biden is not fit to run for president, he is not fit to serve as president. He needs to RESIGN NOW!

Republican Representatives Tim Burchett, Diana Harshbarger along with Democratic Representatives Gloria Johnson and Steve Cohen all expressing their thoughts for and against the President’s decision.