President Joe Biden is facing escalating pressure from within his own party to reconsider his bid for a second term as the presidential race heats up.

By Friday afternoon, a third Democratic Senator and 30 House Democrats had urged Biden to withdraw from the race, with their calls accompanied by rising concerns about security issues at a recent Trump event, as the Daily Mail reports.

Biden Defends Campaign Amid Criticism

On Friday morning, President Biden released a statement strongly criticizing former President Donald Trump's speech at the recent Republican convention.

In his statement, Biden affirmed his commitment to continuing his presidential campaign despite the growing calls for his withdrawal.

The pressure from within Biden's party became increasingly visible by early afternoon. By early afternoon a third Democratic senator, along with the 30th House Democrat, had publicly called for Biden to step out of the race. The mounting discontent reflects deeper concerns within the party's ranks about Biden's viability as a candidate.

Security Lapses at Trump Event Raise Alarms

Amid the political turmoil in the Democratic camp, serious allegations have surfaced regarding security lapses during a recent event for former President Trump. Whistleblower accounts suggest that insufficient personnel were stationed around the security perimeter, raising concerns about the overall safety of the event.

Adding to the alarm, the buffer zone around the podium was not adequately enforced. Reports indicate that most security personnel present were not U.S. Secret Service (USSS) agents but rather from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). This unusual detail has raised eyebrows among security experts and policymakers alike.

Sen. Josh Hawley voiced particular concern over the deployment of HSI agents at the event. “Whistleblower allegations suggest the majority of DHS officials were not in fact USSS agents but instead drawn from the department's Homeland Security Investigations (HSI),” Hawley stated. He further criticized the unfamiliarity of the HSI agents with standard security protocols typically employed at such high-profile events.

Senators Seek Answers on Security Plan

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) faced criticism for its lack of transparency. DHS failed to provide sufficient information to Congress about the incident, exacerbating the situation with scant details during a briefing on Wednesday. The briefing, meant to elucidate an alleged assassination attempt on Trump, fell short of expectations according to attendees.

Sen. Ron Johnson expressed frustration over the briefing's lack of substance. "The director of the Secret Service did admit there were mistakes and gaffes," Johnson noted, referring to U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle. However, Johnson emphasized that the briefing, conducted by a different official, seemed largely irrelevant and left many questions unanswered.

Calls For Detailed Security Review Intensify

During the briefing, only four senators were permitted to ask questions, and follow-ups were not allowed, leading to further dissatisfaction among lawmakers. Concerns about the ratio of USSS to HSI agents and the thoroughness of pre-rally security investigations remain unresolved.

Sen. Hawley has penned a letter seeking a detailed account of the security arrangements at the event. His letter addresses critical points, including the ratio of USSS to HSI agents present and the specifics of the pre-rally security plan.

The acknowledgment of security protocol lapses by Director Cheatle has heightened the urgency for a comprehensive review. Lawmakers are calling for greater accountability and transparency from the agencies involved to prevent future security issues at high-profile events.

Growing Internal Pressure on Biden

As Biden contends with the internal pressure from his party, the security concerns surrounding Trump's event add another layer of complexity to the political landscape. With prominent Democrats publicly calling for his withdrawal, Biden faces a critical moment in his campaign.

Biden’s commitment to stay in the race underscores his determination to lead despite the challenges. However, the persistent calls for his withdrawal indicate significant discontent and concern within the Democratic Party about his ability to win a second term.

On the security front, the revelations about the lapses at Trump’s event have sparked a bipartisan call for detailed investigations and accountability. Policymakers from both sides of the aisle are demanding clarity on the security measures that were, and will be, in place for future events.

The intersection of these pressing political and security issues underscores the volatility of the current political climate. As Biden navigates the calls for his withdrawal and the scrutiny of Trump's event security, the coming weeks will undoubtedly be pivotal for both his campaign and the broader national political discourse.

In conclusion, President Biden's firm stance on continuing his campaign comes amid rising internal party pressure to step down. Simultaneously, serious security lapses at a Trump event have provoked calls for detailed investigations, highlighting the urgent need for transparency and accountability from federal agencies involved in ensuring the safety of political gatherings.