Fox News host Trey Gowdy slams President Biden's "feeble and lost" appearance during the CNN Presidential Debate, prompting concerns among Democrats and even calls for the president to drop out of the race.
President Biden's halting performance at the CNN Presidential Debate has sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party, with liberal media allies and even some donors expressing concerns about his mental fitness and ability to withstand his opponent, former President Trump.
Fox News host Trey Gowdy, a former federal prosecutor and member of the House Judiciary Committee, characterized Biden's demeanor as "feeble and lost." The president's unsure responses and apparent confusion on stage have sparked a flurry of articles questioning his cognitive abilities.
Democrats in 'Full-Blown Panic' after Biden's 'Feeble' Debate Performance
NBC News reported on concerns among the Biden family, with one source claiming that Jill Biden, the first lady, holds "ultimate influence" over her husband. However, Jill Biden has remained fiercely supportive of her husband, dismissing the debate performance as a minor setback.
In an interview with Vogue, Jill Biden stated that the Biden family will not allow the president's performance to define his presidency and vowed to "continue to fight." The interview, conducted before the debate, focused on Jill Biden's advocacy and her framing of the race between Biden and Trump as a battle between democracy and tyranny.
Democrats in 'Full-Blown Panic' after Biden's 'Feeble' Debate Performance
Liberal magazines such as Vogue have painted a highly favorable picture of Jill Biden, describing her as the "quiet" listener in the loud political landscape. Her support for her husband has been seen by some as a sign of unwavering loyalty, while others view it as a potential hindrance to addressing the concerns surrounding Biden's cognitive health.
Despite the growing criticism and calls for Biden to drop out of the race, the campaign has held firm that he is not going anywhere. Biden has already clinched the delegates necessary to win the 2024 Democratic nomination.
Democrats in 'Full-Blown Panic' after Biden's 'Feeble' Debate Performance
However, the president's poor debate performance has raised questions about his ability to withstand the rigors of a presidential campaign and the challenges of a second term in office. Democrats are facing a difficult decision, weighing their concerns about Biden's mental fitness against their desire to maintain control of the White House.
As the election approaches, the debate over Biden's performance is likely to continue, with both supporters and critics scrutinizing the president's every move. The outcome of the election will hinge on whether Democrats can overcome their concerns and rally behind Biden, or whether the president's cognitive challenges prove to be too great an obstacle.
