Biden, a Democrat who turns 80 this month, has faced questions on whether he will seek a second term.

„Our intention is to run again, that‘s been our intention,“ Biden told reporters at the White House. „This is ultimately a family decision.“

He said his family wanted him to run and he did not feel rushed to make a final decision. He said he would do so unrelated to any announcement from his 2020 rival, Republican former President Donald Trump, who is expected to run as well.