WASHINGTON—Dr. Kevin Roberts, president of The Heritage Foundation and Heritage Action, made the following statement on President Biden ending his campaign for president:

"This is a historic moment. We find ourselves at a troubling juncture in our nation's history, where our commander-in-chief is unable to fulfill the essential responsibilities of his office. No incumbent president has dropped out of the presidential race since Lyndon Johnson in 1968.

"If President Biden is incapable of running a presidential race, how can he lead our nation for another six months? Should America suffer yet another national security crisis, who will be running the country? In the interest of national security and the safety of our citizens, President Biden must immediately resign.

"Unfortunately, Americans have little reason to expect a different outcome from his replacement. The underlying issue of Biden’s presidency is not his failing health — it’s his failed policies. At every turn, he has undermined American borders, American jobs, and American families. Whether Kamala Harris steps in or the left-wing machine installs another figurehead, the outcome will be the same: failure.

"The American people deserve better than palace coups, incompetent leaders, and disastrous policies. Thankfully, the American people have an opportunity very soon to reject the failure of this administration and return to prosperity. The future for our nation is bright."