text:  House members have a lot at stake. They worry that Biden, after his poor debate performance, could be a drag on their hopes to retake control of the House. But there are vocal supporters of the president. As of right now, 13 Democratic lawmakers and governors have publicly backed Biden, including governors Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan and Gavin Newsom of California, two rising stars in the party that are often discussed as people who could replace Biden on the ticket.