The New York Times recently reported that President Joe Biden, under pressure following a poor debate performance, told an ally he is considering whether to withdraw from the presidential race. White House spokesman Andrew Bates dismissed the claim as “absolutely false,” accusing the Times of providing insufficient time for comment. However, frustration within the Biden campaign has become evident, with calls for him to drop out growing louder following his lackluster debate performance.
The president is said to understand that his upcoming public appearances, including a scheduled interview with George Stephanopoulos of ABC News and campaign stops in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, are crucial for revitalizing his image. The Times notes that the president has reached out to Democratic elected officials and has a meeting with Democratic governors at the White House. Despite this effort, many congressional Democrats have expressed concerns about Biden’s political viability, raising questions about the strength of his reelection campaign.
As the election cycle progresses, it remains to be seen whether President Biden can turn things around or if his time in office may come to an abrupt end. In any case, the pressure on him continues to mount, and the coming weeks will likely prove decisive for his political future.