President Biden's poor performance in the CNN debate has led to calls for him to drop out of the race. With Trump now refusing to re-debate him, the question arises: is it time for Biden to step aside?
Former President Donald Trump's decision to reject a second debate with President Joe Biden reflects the glaring inadequacies exposed during Thursday's CNN showdown. Despite a week of preparation and rest, Biden's performance was marred by visible decline, leaving even sympathetic Democrats questioning his fitness for a second term.
The debate process heavily influences the questions asked, and the absence of conservatives and moderates in major news organizations has resulted in a systemic bias towards liberal issues. Thursday's debate focused excessively on abortion and January 6th, while neglecting critical concerns like China, Iran, antisemitism, and defense spending, issues that resonate deeply with half of America.
Biden's Debate Debacle: Trump's Refusal to Re-Debate Justified
The "excited utterances" of panicked Democrats following the debate have laid bare the truth: Biden has lost the confidence of the American people. His wavering cognitive abilities and incoherence have become increasingly apparent, rendering him incapable of handling the immense responsibilities of the presidency.
Trump, on the other hand, has consistently demonstrated energy and competence. His policy positions are well-established, and he has no need to participate in a second debate that would merely expose Biden's deficiencies further.
Biden's Debate Debacle: Trump's Refusal to Re-Debate Justified
Calls for Biden's resignation are not based solely on his debate performance but rather on his declining mental acuity, which has become a liability for the nation. Vice President Kamala Harris, despite her own shortcomings, would prove a more capable leader during the remaining seven months of Biden's term.
Trump's return to the White House would restore deterrence against our adversaries, who have witnessed Biden's vulnerabilities firsthand. The President's ability to protect our interests must be prioritized over political expediency.
Biden's Debate Debacle: Trump's Refusal to Re-Debate Justified
It's imperative to acknowledge reality: Biden has lost the support of the American people. His resignation is not a consequence of a lost debate but a recognition of his incapacity to perform the duties of the presidency effectively. It's time for him to step aside and allow capable hands to guide the nation through its present challenges.
Hugh Hewitt is host of "The Hugh Hewitt Show" and a frequent guest on Fox News Channel's news roundtable. He has interviewed tens of thousands of guests and moderated numerous Republican candidate debates.
Biden's Debate Debacle: Trump's Refusal to Re-Debate Justified
