Fox News contributor Ben Domenech discusses President Biden's solo press conference at NATO, criticizing its lack of impact and the ongoing concerns about his behavior.
Fox News contributor Ben Domenech has expressed skepticism about the significance of President Biden's recent press conference at NATO, describing it as a "non-event" and a missed opportunity to address the growing questions about his fitness for office.
In an appearance on "Fox & Friends," Domenech argued that Biden's performance failed to quell concerns about his mental acuity and cognitive abilities, which have been a subject of intense speculation in recent weeks. "I don't think it was a game-changing moment for him," Domenech said. "I don't think it did anything to change the narrative, or to change the way people think about him."
Biden's Press Conference: No "Game-Changer," Says Analyst
Domenech pointed to the ongoing reports of dissatisfaction among White House and campaign staffers as evidence of the challenges facing the president. "There's been a lot of talk about how Biden is not mentally fit for office," he said. "And I think that press conference did nothing to dispel that notion."
The Fox News contributor also criticized Biden's handling of questions about his behavior at a recent Juneteenth concert, where he was seen whispering and wandering aimlessly. "I think that's a very fair question to ask," Domenech said. "And I think Biden's response to it was not satisfactory."
Biden's Press Conference: No "Game-Changer," Says Analyst
The president's campaign staff has attempted to rally support in the wake of his disappointing debate performance and the ongoing questions about his fitness for office. Campaign chair Jen O'Malley Dillon has urged staffers to ignore speculation about replacing Biden as the Democratic presidential candidate and to focus on the task at hand.
Despite O'Malley Dillon's assurances, polls show that Biden's lead over former President Donald Trump has narrowed in recent weeks. A poll conducted by Republican pollsters Fabrizio Ward and Democratic pollsters Impact Research found that Trump now tops Biden 50%-45% among likely voters in Wisconsin, a key battleground state.
Biden's Press Conference: No "Game-Changer," Says Analyst
Pundits and Democratic Party members have expressed concerns about Biden's mental fitness for the presidency, citing his recent gaffes and occasional episodes of confusion. Some have even called on him to withdraw from the race.
Despite these challenges, Biden has maintained his determination to run for re-election. His political advisor, Mike Donilon, has reportedly said in meetings that "he's never seen a presidential candidate have more thrown at him than Joe Biden and do you know what Joe Biden does every day? He gets up and he keeps fighting."
The Biden campaign did not respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital.
As the 2024 election approaches, Biden faces a difficult path. He must address concerns about his mental fitness while also rallying his base and winning over undecided voters. The outcome of the election will have a significant impact on the future of the Democratic Party and the nation as a whole.
