President Joe Biden held a solo press conference on Thursday, marking his first such event since the debate on June 27. During the roughly hour-long session of gaslighting, Biden firmly rejected any notion of stepping down from the presidential race. This comes amidst growing concerns within the Democratic Party regarding his age, mental fitness, and electoral prospects with less than 120 days remaining until the election.
The press conference began with a probing question from a reporter about whether Biden’s reluctance to withdraw from the race was influenced by doubts about Vice President Kamala Harris’s ability to defeat former President Donald Trump in the 2024 election. Biden, in a moment of apparent confusion, referred to Harris as Trump. “I wouldn’t have picked her if she wasn’t able to lead,” he responded, reaffirming his confidence in Harris’s leadership capabilities.
This incident was not isolated. Earlier in the day, Biden mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as “President Putin,” confusing him with the Russian leader who has orchestrated the invasion of Ukraine. These repeated gaffes have fueled the ongoing debate within the Democratic Party about Biden’s suitability to continue as their presidential candidate.
The Democratic Party is currently struggles with internal discord over Biden’s age and cognitive abilities. Many party members fear that these issues could hinder their chances in the upcoming election. Despite these concerns, Biden remains resolute in his decision to stay in the race, emphasizing his commitment to the campaign and his belief in the Democratic platform.
As the election approaches, the pressure is mounting on Biden and the Democratic Party to present a unified front. The coming weeks will be critical as they navigate these challenges and strive to solidify their strategy for the election. The intra-party debate and Biden’s public appearances will undoubtedly play a significant role in shaping the final stages of the campaign.
