"Rep. Dean Phillips Ends Long-Shot Primary Challenge, Endorses President Biden"

Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips has ended his Democratic presidential bid and endorsed President Joe Biden, acknowledging that Biden is the only choice in the expected fall matchup against Republican Donald Trump. Phillips, a wealthy congressman, failed to gain traction with Democratic voters and ultimately decided to throw his support behind Biden, citing the president's competency, decency, and integrity. Phillips' endorsement of Biden also foreclosed the prospects of a third-party challenge and he expressed hope for a potential independent bid by Nikki Haley to draw votes away from Trump and aid Biden's reelection chances.