Growing Concern Among Democrats Over Biden's Debate Performance
- Democratic officials express deep concern over Biden campaign's handling of debate performance
- European allies call for concerns to be addressed and potential actions to be taken
- Calls for Biden to be replaced after troubling debate performance in Atlanta
In a recent development, concerns are rising within the Democratic Party regarding the response to President Joe Biden's debate performance. DNC Chairman Jaime Harrison and Biden campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez held a call with influential committee members, expressing worries about the lack of seriousness in addressing the impact of the debate. Elected officials, donors, and stakeholders are reportedly in a state of panic, with some feeling that the situation is not being adequately addressed. Despite this, Biden's allies maintain confidence in his ability to compete against Republican Donald Trump, with key figures like Vice President Kamala Harris and Governors Gavin Newsom and Gretchen Whitmer voicing support for Biden post-debate. Following the DNC call, a memo from senior adviser Jen O’Malley Dillon was released, asserting that the debate had no significant impact on the election. While Biden acknowledged his debate performance was not ideal, he emphasized that Trump also faced challenges during the debate. Harrison downplayed the significance of the call, stating it was part of routine communication to discuss the state of the race and upcoming events. The debate's aftermath saw no major shifts in favorability ratings for Biden and Trump, similar to the response after Trump's conviction in New York related to the 2016 election. Internationally, European officials have expressed concerns over Biden's performance, with fears that a Trump victory could have negative implications for Ukraine. Ukrainian parliament member Oleksiy Goncharenko highlighted uncertainties surrounding Ukraine's future under different presidencies. Biden's support for Ukraine contrasts with Trump's statements raising questions about NATO and military spending. Despite criticisms, Biden reiterated his commitment to the truth and his belief in his ability to fulfill the presidential role. The debate has sparked discussions about leadership and international relations, with various figures offering perspectives on the implications of the candidates' performances.