DEBATE PERFORMANCE
One crazy week: Biden debate fallout upends White House race
The US presidential race between Joe Biden and Donald Trump has been tumultuous due to Biden's poor performance in the first televised debate of the 2024 campaign. Biden appeared flustered and fatigued, while Trump presented his usual self-confidence and falsehoods. Despite this, some wealthy Democratic Party donors were unconvinced, demanding Biden produce concrete proof of his vitality through more unscripted public engagements.
Joe Biden rejects growing pressure to abandon his campaign, vows to stay 'to the end'
President Joe Biden confirmed his commitment to the 2024 presidential race during calls with campaign staff and meetings with Democratic lawmakers and governors. Despite concerns over his recent debate performance, Biden reassured supporters of his resolve to stay in the race. Democratic governors, including New York, Minnesota, and Maryland, pledged their support. Concerns about Biden's age and performance have emerged, with some Democrats suggesting alternatives like Vice President Kamala Harris. Major donors and party members are closely monitoring Biden's campaign and considering potential replacements if necessary.
Joe Biden weighing whether to continue in Presidential race
President Biden's future hangs in the balance as he aims to recover from a disastrous debate performance through crucial upcoming engagements, facing pressure from Business Leaders to consider stepping aside for a more viable Democratic nominee.
VP Kamala Harris has a better chance of retaining White House than Joe Biden, says CNN poll
The US presidential polls show Vice President Kamala Harris has a better chance of retaining the White House than her boss Joe Biden, according to a CNN poll. Biden's approval rating has dropped following a poor debate performance against Donald Trump. The ruling Democratic Party is increasingly calling for Biden to step down and let someone else run the race for the November 5 elections.
Joe Biden admits to 'not being very smart' and 'almost falling asleep' during debate with Trump, blames extensive travels
During a campaign event in McLean, Virginia, U.S. President Joe Biden admitted that his performance in last Thursday's presidential debate against former President Donald Trump was not his best, attributing it to jet lag from two overseas trips earlier in June. Biden had traveled to France and Italy, crossing multiple time zones before returning to the U.S. for the debate. Despite this, a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates Biden's support remains steady, with one in three Democrats suggesting he should end his reelection bid. Election Day is November 5.
Joe Biden's lapses are said to be increasingly common and worrisome
Like many people his age, Biden, 81, has long experienced instances in which he mangled a sentence, forgot a name or mixed up a few facts, even though he could be sharp and engaged most of the time. But in interviews, people in the room with him more recently said that the lapses seemed to be growing more frequent, more pronounced and more worrisome.
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Biden’s key aides under fire after his lackluster performance in the debate
It has been reported that three key aides of President Joe Biden who had assisted him in the first debate are under fire after the debacle. Biden’s family members and some donors are calling for their replacement.
Does Joe Biden want to drop out of polls race after humiliating US Presidential Debate 2024 performance?
The first leg of the US Presidential Debate 2024 saw a rather exerted and unprepared Joe Biden taking the stage against a formidable opponent Donald Trump, who looked prepared and outrightly set the debate stage ablaze with his fiery logic and words. Meanwhile, President Biden's family is still encouraging him to stay on in the Presidential race after his below-par performance in the Presidential Debate.
Biden campaign's reset after disastrous debate looks a lot like business as usual
President Joe Biden is working to reset his campaign after a tough debate performance, shifting focus to Donald Trump and fulfilling his presidential duties. This week, Biden has attended a briefing on extreme weather, a campaign reception, a Medal of Honor ceremony, and the traditional July 4th barbecue at the White House. He plans to spend the weekend at his home in Wilmington, Delaware.
'I might not debate as well as I used to. But what I do know is how to tell the truth': Joe Biden says amidst pressure to quit 2024 race
Biden faces mounting pressure to withdraw from the race as his family pushes for his continued candidacy amidst concerns about his mental health and campaign turmoil. Critics highlight the impact of his debate performance on both voters and global leaders.
Has Joe Biden lost the confidence of his Democratic base after dismal US Presidential Debate performance? Polls reveal shocking data
An exclusive poll has revealed that Joe Biden has apparently lost the support of his core Democratic supporters spread across major US States, who are now voicing their opinion on replacing him as the party's nominee, according to latest reports.
Joe Biden vs Donald Trump: Can Democrats replace him in US Presidential election 2024?
Joe Biden versus Donald Trump US Presidential Debate 2024 has drawn sharp opinions from analysts over the American President's credentials in the upcoming US Presidential election 2024.
First Presidential Debate Verdict: Did Trump's performance earn him a 1-0 lead over Biden?
Following the debate, a CNN poll revealed that 67% of viewers believed Trump emerged as the winner, while 33% favoured Biden. This marked a significant shift from CNN's post-2020 debate poll, where 53% viewed Biden as the winner compared to 39% for Trump. Viewers expressed concerns over Biden's leadership abilities, underscoring doubts about his performance.
'I am absolutely voting for Donald Trump': Undecided voters react to Biden debate performance
Of the 13 "undecideds" who spoke to Reuters, 10 described the 81-year-old Democratic president's performance against Republican candidate Trump collectively as feeble, befuddled, embarrassing and difficult to watch. Gina Gannon, 65, a retiree in the battleground state of Georgia, voted for Trump in 2016 before ditching him for Biden in 2020.
Joe Biden's disastrous debate blamed on bad preparation, exhaustion
President Joe Biden's debate performance against Donald Trump has led to internal criticism and calls for reevaluation within the Democratic Party. Biden, appearing exhausted and unwell, struggled to counter Trump's falsehoods, prompting some to blame senior advisers for poor preparation. Major fundraiser John Morgan and others have suggested dismissing key aides, citing over-coaching. While Biden's campaign reports no major polling shifts, discussions about his 2024 candidacy and campaign strategy are intensifying among Democrats.
Majority of US media expect President Biden to withdraw from race to save American democracy & from Trump
Top US media outlets urge caution in Biden's re-election bid due to the threat posed by Trump. The future of American democracy hangs in the balance as concerns grow over Biden's performance and the potential consequences of Trump's return to office.
Despair in the air: For many voters, the Biden-Trump debate means a tough choice just got tougher
Apart from the sizable and pumped-up universe of Donald Trump's supporters, the debate suddenly crystalized the worries of many Americans, a portion of President Joe Biden's supporters among them, that neither man is fit to lead the nation.
Growing clamour for Biden to step down; he says here to stay to defeat Trump
Biden, seeking a second term in the White House, stumbled and fumbled during the televised presidential debate with his predecessor Donald Trump on Thursday night in Atlanta, setting off alarm bells among top Democrats about whether he can stay atop the gruelling months ahead of the elections on November 5.
US presidential debate: Private call of top Democrats fuels more insider anger about Biden's performance
Top Democratic Party leaders express mounting concern over the lack of seriousness shown by Joe Biden's campaign and the Democratic National Committee regarding the impact of the president's poor debate performance. During a call with influential committee members, concerns were raised about being asked to ignore the gravity of the situation. Some party members are publicly and privately suggesting Biden should step aside for a younger replacement at the Democratic National Convention.
US Presidential Debate: Did Jill Biden let down President Joe Biden? First Lady under fire after Joe Biden’s 'terrible' performance
Many took to social media to criticize Jill Biden after US President Joe Biden faltered during the Presidential debate. While he appeared to be weak and frail, his opponent Donald Trump took the center stage and was able to easily corner Biden on many issues.
Joe Biden makes appeals to donors as concerns persist over his presidential debate performance
In the wake of a challenging debate performance, President Joe Biden reassured donors at a New Jersey fundraiser that he's prepared to fight harder against Donald Trump, whom he described as a threat to democracy. Despite criticism from the media and concerns among Democrats, Biden emphasized his commitment to his campaign. He highlighted the importance of comparing presidencies over debate performances and criticized Trump's record. Biden's campaign raised over $27 million, underscoring support despite the debate backlash. The president remains focused on his reelection, bolstered by his wife Jill's encouragement.
What did the White House say on Biden’s lackluster performance in the US Presidential Debate?
The White House said that President Biden was suffering from ‘cold’ and hence he found it difficult during the debate. He was unable to speak coherently. Further, he appeared to be frail and was not assertive during the debate.
View: Joe Biden proved his critics right
The impolite verdict: Biden blew the debate. Plain and simple. There's no way to spin the 90-minute train wreck, the blank looks, halting delivery, disjointed answers, missing punches, and gingerly exit. He couldn't deliver a knockout line even on abortion rights - the strongest issue against Trump.
Biden concedes debate fumbles but declares he will defend democracy. Democrats stick by him - for now
President Joe Biden faced anxieties over his debate performance against Donald Trump. There are concerns raised about his age and readiness to lead for another term, prompting discussions of a potential replacement. Despite acknowledging his debate shortcomings, Biden emphasised his ability to lead and criticised Trump's campaign tactics. Democratic leaders stood by Biden, urging focus on Trump's falsehoods and attacks. The party aimed to reassure supporters and maintain momentum for the upcoming election.
US Presidential Debate 2024: Jill Biden helps her husband off stage after an embarrassing performance
First Lady Jill Biden helped her husband off stage after his debate with Donald Trump. The first debate ended on an embarrassing note for the incumbent president who appeared to be under-confident and was found to be completely unprepared for the debate. The First Lady exhibited confidence and praised her husband’s performance during the debate.
Who won the debate? Biden stumbles left Trump on top
Facing criticism and calls to step aside, the struggling Democratic candidate must consider humility and selflessness for the sake of democracy and legacy.
How the Biden-Trump debate could change the trajectory of the 2024 campaign
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will meet for a debate on Thursday, presenting an important chance for both to influence voters and shift the political landscape. Biden, 81, will aim to show he is still capable of leading the nation through various challenges. On the other hand, 78-year-old Trump will seek to move beyond his felony conviction in New York and demonstrate to millions of viewers that he is fit to return to the Oval Office.
Biden delivers uneven performance under Trump's barrage of falsehoods at first debate
Biden, 81, and Trump, 78, were under pressure to display their command of issues and avoid verbal stumbles as they sought a breakout moment in a race that opinion polls show has been deadlocked for months. Biden, in particular, has been dogged by concerns about his age and sharpness.
Biden and Trump are set to debate. Here's what their past performances looked like
In 2024, many of the rules insisted on this time by Biden's team - and agreed to by the Trump campaign - are designed to minimize the potential of a chaotic rerun. Each candidate's microphone will be muted, except when it's his turn to speak. There will be no studio audience to chime in with hoots and jeers.
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