NBC News reported that several of President Joe Biden's closest allies believe he has no realistic chance of winning the upcoming election.
Despite campaign struggles and dropping support, Biden remains determined to pursue a second term.
President Joe Biden’s bid for re-election is increasingly seen as futile among his closest allies and campaign team. A consensus is emerging within his campaign and the broader Democratic base that Biden should reconsider his campaign.
In late June, Biden suffered a significant setback during a debate, igniting further anxiety among supporters. Efforts to stabilize the situation included meetings between Biden aides and Democratic senators and a news briefing.
Due to cognitive concerns, inadequate fundraising, and plummeting poll numbers, many top campaign figures and advisers now doubt Biden’s ability to win.
Among the growing internal dissent, there have been calls to elevate Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. According to various insiders, Harris could potentially present a stronger opposition to former President Donald Trump.
Biden campaign official TJ Ducklo strongly denies any notions of the campaign being at a critical failure point. He insists, “This team stands with the president.” Campaign Chair Jen O’Malley Dillon and Manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez expressed their belief in Biden’s ability to secure key states, describing the recent setbacks as manageable hurdles.
Although Biden's support appears fragile, internal and public polling reflects a close race in pivotal states. Recent polls revealed Biden trailing in Wisconsin, emphasizing the campaign’s fundraising issues compared to Trump’s growing support.
A campaign strategist highlighted the dire situation by noting, “We're all waiting around for Joe Biden to f--- up again.” Many insiders are increasingly concerned about the trickle-down effects of Biden’s weak performance in other Democratic races.
Private discussions within the Biden campaign have begun assessing Harris’s viability in comparison to Trump. Concurrently, Trump has bolstered his attacks against Harris in his rallies.
Biden's decision-making process appears to be highly influenced by his family and a handful of longstanding advisors. This insular approach has fueled dissatisfaction among some prominent Democratic figures who wish for Biden to bow out for the sake of party unity.
One anonymous Democratic lawmaker confided that while he wouldn't publicly denounce Biden, he believes stepping down would be the best move for both Biden and the country. He warned that Biden’s possible defeat could damage his legacy irrevocably and significantly harm down-ballot Democrats.
The sentiment among President Joe Biden's closest allies and campaign officials is that his chances of re-election are slim to none. While efforts to recover from a recent debate debacle and stabilize the campaign continue, doubts about Biden’s ability to secure victory persist. There is a growing call within the Democratic ranks to consider Vice President Kamala Harris as a stronger candidate. Insiders fear that Biden’s floundering campaign might not only affect his standing but also impact other Democratic candidates negatively.
