President Biden in Denial: Crisis in the White House

President Biden is facing mounting pressure from within his own party as doubts about his ability to win re-election continue to grow. In a recent prime-time interview with ABC News, Biden remained defiant, dismissing concerns about his slipping poll numbers and calls from some Democrats for him to drop out of the race.

Despite his self-assured demeanor, many Democrats are expressing serious doubts about Biden’s viability as a candidate. Former rivals like Julián Castro and senior advisers like David Axelrod have criticized Biden for being out of touch with the concerns of the American people and his own party.

During the interview, Biden appeared calm but at times struggled to finish sentences and sounded hoarse. He deflected questions about his health and cognitive abilities, insisting that he is fit to continue running for re-election. However, his response to a hypothetical loss to former President Donald Trump in January raised eyebrows among fellow Democrats, who criticized his lack of urgency in stopping a potential second Trump term.

As pressure mounts for Biden to reconsider his candidacy, some Democratic lawmakers and strategists are privately expressing doubts about his ability to defeat Trump in a rematch. While Biden remains confident in his own abilities, the growing discontent within his party suggests that a change in course may be necessary.

With key decisions looming for Democrats in the coming days, the future of Biden’s candidacy remains uncertain. As the party grapples with internal divisions and mounting concerns about Biden’s electability, the president’s next moves will be closely watched by both supporters and critics alike.