FIRST PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE
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.
Why is Joe Biden angry? White House staff fear briefing him on key issues
It has been reported that President Biden is angry and has been taking it out on his staff who are scared of earning his displeasure. White House has dismissed these news reports.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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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.
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.
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.
Did Trump win against Biden in the first US Presidential Debate? What does this survey say?
A new survey has revealed what is obvious to many. Majority of the respondents believe that Trump easily won against Biden in the first US Presidential Debate on Thursday. However, there is still a close competition between the two candidates in the upcoming Presidential Election in November. There are demands to replace Biden as the Democratic party’s official presidential nominee. However, this is unlikely due to the strict rules. Biden needs to withdraw from the race himself and he has refused to do so.
China Mocks at the first U.S Presidential Debate, says 'Very Entertaining'
The Chinese media and social media users found the first US Presidential Debate to be amusing. Many ridiculed both the candidates and questioned western democracy.
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.
Truth to power: US Presidential debate sees flurry of claims
Biden and Trump engaged in their first debate. Displaying shakiness and public calls for Biden to step aside, while Trump remained confident even when wrong.
Where is Melania Trump? Why is the former First Lady not a part of Donald Trump’s political campaigns?
Melania Trump was not seen during the first US presidential debate and other key events involving her husband, Donald Trump. Donald Trump has convincingly won the first presidential debate on Thursday. Many have questioned if the former First Lady will participate in her husband’s political campaign, in the coming months.
The first Joe-Don presidential debate tells us more about the state of the US than the next POTUS
This was the first time a POTUS and an XPOTUS were trading shots -- at one point, golfing shots. ‘I’m happy to play golf with you if you carry your own bag,’ 81-yr-old Biden said to 78-yr-old Trump. ‘Think you can do it?’ But a TV debate like this overturns the old WYSIWYG jungle proverb. Instead, it was WYGIWYS – What You Got Is What You Saw. America having to choose between two has-beens running on spare fossil-fuel.
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.
Shares of Trump Media & Technology rise 5% following first presidential debate
Shares of Trump Media, the owner of social networking site Truth Social, jumped 5% at the opening bell Friday after the first U.S. presidential debate, with some investors believing it could become a bigger mouthpiece for the former president if he is re-elected.
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.
US presidential debate: Biden 'like a Palestinian' in exchange on Israel, says Donald Trump
During a presidential debate at CNN headquarters, Donald Trump accused US President Joe Biden of siding with Palestinians by allegedly refusing to help Israel "finish the job" against Hamas. Trump claimed Biden has become like a weak Palestinian. Biden defended his economic record and criticized Trump, but struggled with his delivery. The debate highlighted their stark differences on issues like abortion, the economy, and foreign policy.
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.
Ukraine war would never have started 'if we had a leader': Trump
During the first debate clash of the 2024 election campaign, Republican Donald Trump blamed US President Joe Biden for the Ukraine war. Trump claimed the invasion would not have occurred if there had been a different leader. He criticized Biden for providing over $200 billion to Ukraine, calling it an unprecedented amount.
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.
US Presidential debate 2024 live: When and where to watch Joe Biden, Donald Trump's first US Presidential election debate
Donald Trump and Joe Biden are all set to lock horns in the first US Presidential debate, which is a crucial part of US Presidential election.
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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