Democrats hoped to see President Biden exhibit strength during Thursday night’s debate, particularly in challenging former President Trump on issues like the Jan. 6 insurrection and the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Instead, Biden appeared visibly weakened, with a hoarse voice and frequent stumbles over his words. His performance led to widespread disappointment among Democrats, who saw it as a missed opportunity to hold Trump accountable and counter his untruths about abortion and the COVID-19 pandemic.
During the debate, Biden’s attempts to hit back at Trump fell flat, and his performance sparked concerns about his ability to lead the party to victory in the upcoming election. The White House attributed Biden’s struggles to a cold, but this did little to assuage the anxieties of his supporters. As the debate progressed, some Democrats began to question if it was too late for Biden to step aside in favor of another candidate, with California Governor Gavin Newsom being mentioned as a potential replacement.
Longtime Biden aides and Democratic strategists expressed their frustration and fear, with one describing the night as a “nightmare” and another calling it “political suicide.” Despite the grim reactions, Biden’s campaign spokesman, Seth Schuster, reaffirmed that the president would not be dropping out of the race.
The debate left many Democrats worried about the future, with calls for serious discussions about Biden’s candidacy and the party’s strategy moving forward. Biden is set to continue his campaign with events in North Carolina and fundraising efforts in New York and New Jersey, as his supporters hope to move past the debacle and refocus their efforts.
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