Washington: The Democratic Party plans to hold a virtual vote to nominate President Joe Biden as their presidential candidate in the first week of August, despite some party members urging Biden to withdraw following his poor debate performance against Donald Trump. The Democratic National Convention's rules committee will convene on Friday to outline the process, with a final decision expected next week, according to a letter from co-chairs Bishop Leah D. Daughtry and Gov. Tim Walz.

The virtual vote will not occur before August 1 but must be completed before Ohio's initial filing deadline of August 7. The committee emphasizes that the vote process will not be rushed, although the Democratic Party had initially announced plans for an early roll call to ensure Biden’s eligibility on the Ohio ballot. This move follows changes in Ohio's election rules, but the Biden campaign insists on adhering to the original deadline to avoid potential legal challenges from Republican lawmakers.

This letter comes amid internal party dissent, with some House Democrats expressing "serious concerns" about the proposed virtual roll call. Their letter, which has yet to be sent to the Democratic National Committee, warns that an early vote could suppress necessary debate and harm party unity. The internal conflict highlights ongoing unease within the party about Biden's candidacy and the potential impact on the upcoming election.