Fox News host Jesse Watters analyzes Vice President Kamala Harris' struggles on the campaign trail and discusses the concerns within the Biden administration about her performance in upcoming debates.
Fox News host Jesse Watters delved into the challenges facing Vice President Kamala Harris as she embarks on her presidential campaign, highlighting concerns within the Biden administration regarding her performance and the potential impact on the upcoming ABC Presidential Debate.
Biden's Low Expectations for ABC Presidential Debate Signal Doubts about Harris' Performance
Watters emphasized the setback for the Harris campaign after a Manhattan judge delayed sentencing in Trump's hush money case until after the election, shattering Harris' hopes of leveraging legal obstacles against her opponent. This development provides Trump with a clear path ahead, fueling concerns among Obama allies about the possibility of a Trump victory if the election were held today.
Democratic numbers guru Nate Silver's analysis further underscores these concerns, indicating a precarious Electoral College outlook for Harris. Silver's forecast predicts Trump's victory in every battleground state with a narrow margin of 1 to 4 points, based on Harris' mediocre poll numbers.
Biden's Low Expectations for ABC Presidential Debate Signal Doubts about Harris' Performance
Silver assigns Trump a 62% probability of winning, prompting the Clintons to prepare for a potential Trump resurgence. Even President Biden is approaching Tuesday's debate with low expectations, his team expressing worries about Harris' inconsistent and unconvincing public performances under intense national scrutiny.
Biden's aides view Harris as risk-averse to the extent of paralysis, questioning the wisdom of exposing her to high-stakes situations such as the debate. They argue that Harris' indecisive nature and tendency to freeze under pressure warrant a more gradual approach, involving interviews and smaller-scale events, rather than thrusting her into the spotlight of a high-profile debate.
The Biden administration's concerns echo a broader skepticism within the Democratic Party about Harris' ability to rally the party and inspire voters. Despite her vice presidential status, Harris has failed to consolidate Biden's winning 2020 coalition, raising questions about her effectiveness as a campaigner and her capacity to connect with the electorate.
Harris' weak poll numbers and lackluster performances have cast doubt on her viability as a presidential candidate, prompting the Biden administration to contemplate alternative strategies for the 2024 election. The absence of a clear successor to Biden has heightened concerns about the party's future and the potential for a Trump comeback.
With the ABC Presidential Debate looming, the pressure intensifies on Harris to demonstrate her capabilities and alleviate the doubts that have plagued her campaign. Biden's low expectations for the debate reflect the administration's apprehension about her performance and its implications for the Democratic Party's electoral prospects.
