A Democratic congressman acknowledged that people will likely want to discuss President Biden's status on the party's 2024 presidential ticket after his poor performance in a recent debate.
Following President Biden's widely criticized performance in a recent debate, a Democratic congressman has predicted that people will likely want to have a conversation about his suitability as the party's presidential nominee in 2024.
"That's a question that people will, I'm sure, want to talk about," said Rep. Joe Morelle, D-N.Y., in response to a question from Fox News Digital about whether Biden should remain the Democratic nominee for president.
Biden's Weak Debate Performance Sparks Discussion on 2024 Nomination Status
Morelle, however, emphasized that he is not basing his judgment on a single performance. "But like I said, this is one night. I'm not going to judge the president's performance based on one night," he added.
Even before the conclusion of Thursday night's debate, reports emerged of Democratic concerns about Biden's ability to face former President Trump in the November election. Biden, who appeared hoarse on stage in Atlanta, was perceived as soft-spoken and occasionally confused, prompting analysts on CNN and MSNBC to agree that he had performed poorly.
Biden's Weak Debate Performance Sparks Discussion on 2024 Nomination Status
Morelle, however, expressed understanding for Biden's performance, comparing it to occasional setbacks experienced by athletes and performers. "So I'm going to chalk this up to him having a bad night."
Morelle's acknowledgment of potential discussions surrounding Biden's nomination status comes amid the reluctance of several other Democratic members of Congress to state their opinions on the matter. Multiple vulnerable Democrats in swing districts avoided answering questions about whether they believed Biden should remain on the ticket.
Biden's Weak Debate Performance Sparks Discussion on 2024 Nomination Status
Despite the debate concerns, several Democrats, including campaign surrogates, have reaffirmed their support for Biden as the party's nominee. Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., stated, "I know the kind of person I want to see in the presidency."
In the wake of the debate, Biden's campaign remained resolute, with spokesperson Seth Schuster asserting that Biden is not dropping out. Biden himself acknowledged his age and diminished debating abilities but expressed confidence in his leadership qualities. "I know how to tell the truth."
Biden's Weak Debate Performance Sparks Discussion on 2024 Nomination Status
As the election approaches, the debate performance will undoubtedly remain a topic of discussion, potentially influencing the Democratic Party's decision-making regarding its presidential nomination for 2024.
