Trump Claims Biden is Out of the Presidential Race
In a series of provocative statements, former President Donald Trump has asserted that Joe Biden is abandoning his campaign for the White House. Trump, who appeared confident after a recent debate, described Biden as a "broken old pile of crap" and claimed that Biden is giving up the race. However, Biden and his team have strongly denied these claims, emphasizing that the 81-year-old Democrat is still very much in the race.
Biden's Response and Continued Campaign
Despite Trump's assertions, Biden has made it clear that he intends to continue his campaign. Biden's spokesperson, Karine Jean-Pierre, confirmed that the President "continues to campaign" and remains committed to the race. Biden has acknowledged his poor performance in the debate but has received support from Democratic governors and plans to participate in an interview on ABC and a press conference in the coming days to demonstrate his capability to govern.
Kamala Harris as a Potential Successor
Trump's comments have also turned attention to Vice-President Kamala Harris. He described her as "pathetic" and "bad," but admitted she might be a better opponent than Biden. Harris has not shown any public desire to take over the presidential race but is actively engaging with the public, particularly in the African-American community. A recent CNN poll indicated that Harris might perform better than Biden against Trump, garnering 45% of voting intentions compared to Biden's 43%.
- Trump's speculation comes at a critical time as Biden prepares for an important interview and press conference. These appearances will be crucial in proving his fitness to continue his campaign.
- Kamala Harris, despite being criticized for her early errors in office, is seen as a potential candidate who could step in if Biden were to withdraw. Her upcoming public meetings in Louisiana, Texas, and Indiana will be closely watched.
- The potential withdrawal of Biden could lead to a surge in ambitions within the Democratic Party, with new names possibly emerging before the Democratic convention in August.
