Joe Biden‘s campaign team denies reports he is “being receptive” to calls for him to exit the presidential race. The pushback comes in response to a CNN report citing “multiple Democratic officials” who say the campaign is now in “a new place”—suggesting Biden may reconsider his candidacy. A senior campaign advisor allegedly stated that “private conversations with the Hill are continuing,” and Biden is “not as defiant as he is publicly” about standing aside.
“He’s gone from saying, ‘Kamala can’t win,’ to ‘Do you think Kamala can win? “ the source said. “It’s still unclear where he’s going to land but seems to be listening.”
However, the Biden campaign threw cold water on the report, with spokesman Kevin Munoz saying, “If the facts matter—and they should—here is one: President Biden is the Democratic nominee, and he is going to win this November.”
Pressure from Democratic donors, lawmakers, and celebrities began mounting after his cognitively impaired debate with former President Donald J. Trump. The ouster attempt appeared to fizzle after an initial rush of criticism, leaving some Democratic politicians “in actual tears.” However, as Biden continues to struggle cognitively, the pressure campaign is now stronger than ever, with powerful party grandee Nancy Pelosi believed to be in the driving seat.
