Global leaders react to 'true friend' Biden dropping out of U.S. presidential race
U.S. President Joe Biden on Sunday dropped his reelection bid and and backed Vice President Kamala Harris as the nominee of the Democratic Party, eliciting reactions from leaders worldwide. Biden was under pressure from his party members to exit the race against former President Donald Trump, following a poorly received debate performance. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called Biden "a true friend" and a "partner to Canadians." "I've known President Biden for years. He's a