In the United States, the presidency is a position that garners immense attention and speculation. As the nation's leader, the president's decisions and policies have far-reaching impacts domestically and globally. With the 2024 presidential election on the horizon, the spotlight is once again on the race for the White House. There is no shortage of people running for president in 2024. But most of them are laboring under the shadow of the same two men who faced off in the previous election: former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden.
The road to the presidency is a long and grueling one, with candidates from various political backgrounds vying for their party's nomination. CNN's Jim Acosta recently spoke with Republican presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson about Donald Trump's slip-up at a campaign event, highlighting the challenges that candidates face in navigating their party's dynamics and maintaining a strong public image.
While the presidency holds great power, it is not a position that can be solely attributed to one individual. The president works in tandem with various entities, such as Congress and the Secretary of Defense, to shape the nation's policies. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III recently welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to the Pentagon, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and commending the Somali president for his achievements in driving progress.