Hollywood Democratic megadonor Ari Emanuel expressed outrage over President Biden's disastrous debate performance, declaring "We're in f--- city" as donors navigate party disarray. Emanuel questioned Biden's cognitive abilities and suggested a fundraising freeze could force him out of the race.
Hollywood Democratic megadonor Ari Emanuel erupted in anger over President Biden's dismal debate performance, declaring the party to be "in f--- city" as donors contemplate their next steps.
Biden's 'Meltdown' Debate Sparks Donor Panic: 'We're in F--- City'
Appearing at the Aspen Institute's Ideas Festival, Emanuel expressed frustration over Biden's reversal on his term limit pledge and health concerns. He compared Biden's fitness for office to driving a car at night, questioning his ability to lead the nation as the CEO of a $27 trillion company.
Emanuel's comments sent shockwaves through the liberal audience, sparking applause. He lamented Biden's failure to live up to his election promises and suggested that big money would start to dry up as a result.
Biden's 'Meltdown' Debate Sparks Donor Panic: 'We're in F--- City'
"We've all sat there… But if this is, as Biden says, the fight for our democracy… man, he gave us a bunch of malarkey and I'm really pissed. We all should be really pissed," Emanuel stated.
The fallout from Biden's debate performance has been swift, with liberal media outlets calling for him to withdraw from the presidential race. The New York Times editorial board wrote that Biden's greatest service now would be to step aside.
Biden's 'Meltdown' Debate Sparks Donor Panic: 'We're in F--- City'
However, top Democrats remain behind Biden, including former President Obama. Obama released a statement defending Biden's character and experience, arguing that the election remains a choice between him and someone who "only cares about himself."
Reports of Biden's mental decline have intensified in recent months. CNN's Carl Bernstein reported that close allies have witnessed numerous instances where Biden appeared as he did at the debate. Axios reported that aides claim Biden is only fully engaged during a limited time frame each day.
Biden's 'Meltdown' Debate Sparks Donor Panic: 'We're in F--- City'
Panic has also spread among Democratic donors. MSNBC analyst John Heilemann revealed that bigwig donors are "freaked out" by Biden's reliance on teleprompters during private fundraisers. Heilemann indicated that donors are concerned about Biden's ability to connect with voters without a script.
The future of Biden's candidacy hangs in the balance as donors assess their options and the liberal media continues to question his fitness for office. The debate has reignited concerns about Biden's age and cognitive abilities, potentially casting a shadow over the upcoming election and the future of the Democratic Party.
