Representative Daniel Goldman (D-NY) has responded to a recent call for the 25th Amendment to be invoked against President Joe Biden.
As Breitbart News reported, Rep. Daniel Goldman argued that calls for invoking the 25th Amendment should consider President Joe Biden and those in his administration.
During Wednesday’s broadcast of Fox News Channel’s “Special Report,” Representative Chip Roy (R-TX) accused President Biden of being manipulated by those around him. This prompted a rebuttal from Representative Goldman, who emphasized the consistency and capability within Biden's administration.
Goldman pointed out that President Joe Biden has experienced minimal turnover among his leadership team. He contrasted this with former President Trump’s administration, where the majority of Trump’s former Cabinet members and senior officials did not support his 2024 presidential campaign.
Statistics presented by Goldman indicated that 40 out of 44 former Trump cabinet members have refrained from endorsing Trump. In fact, 91% of Trump's former senior officials, including the vice president, consider him unfit for office.
Representative Goldman emphasized that Biden's team is capable and stable, which is a stark contrast to the high turnover seen during Trump’s presidency.
Goldman’s remarks further underscored the importance of evaluating the competence of those surrounding a president. He suggested that attention should not be solely on the president but also on the administration’s ability to uphold the rule of law and democratic principles.
He criticized Trump's approach, highlighting the broad lack of endorsement from Trump’s past key officials. This comparison, Goldman implied, speaks volumes about the differing operational standards between the two administrations.
Goldman stressed the continued protection of democracy and the rule of law under Biden’s administration, in contrast to the alleged threats posed by Trump’s policies.
Goldman specifically noted Biden's low turnover rate as an indicator of a stable and well-functioning administration, juxtaposing it with Trump’s highly volatile cabinet history.
In response to calls for evaluating President Biden under the 25th Amendment, Goldman dismissed them as baseless and repetitive.
He defended Biden's team as highly qualified and dedicated to democratic values, countering Representative Chip Roy's claims of undue influence. Goldman stressed the importance of focusing on the administration's policy-driven and norm-respecting operations instead of engaging in personal attacks or unfounded comparisons.
Representative Daniel Goldman has vigorously defended President Joe Biden against calls for the invocation of the 25th Amendment by pointing out the stability and capability of Biden's administration. Goldman contrasted this with former President Trump’s high turnover and lack of support from his former Cabinet members, urging a focus on the broader implications for democracy and the rule of law.
Biden apologized for the disastrous debate at a fundraiser and said winning the upcoming election is vital.
According to USA Today, President Biden attributed his poor performance in the debate to fatigue from recent overseas travel, despite having returned to the US 12 days before the event.
Addressing supporters at a fundraiser in McLean, Virginia, Biden admitted that his June 27 debate performance wasn’t his best. He detailed that his jet lag, following extensive overseas travel, played a significant role in his subpar showing.
Returning to the U.S. from his foreign engagements 12 days before the debate, Biden acknowledged at the fundraiser that he didn’t heed his staff’s advice. He humorously added, "I nearly fell asleep on stage," generating some laughter from the donors present.
Biden’s rigorous travel schedule began with a trip to France from June 5 to 9 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and to meet French President Emmanuel Macron. He then attended the Group of Seven nations summit in Italy from June 12 to 14.
Upon his June 15 return to the U.S., Biden immediately flew to Los Angeles for a fundraiser, followed by a return to the White House on June 16. A brief visit to his home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, ensued on June 18.
President Biden spent the days leading up to the debate at Camp David, where he arrived on the evening of June 20 and departed on the morning of June 27 for Atlanta. Despite this period of rest, the lingering effects of his travel took their toll.
"It’s not an excuse but an explanation," Biden said, emphasizing that despite prior preparations, the travel impact was significant. He openly apologized for disappointing his supporters with his less-than-stellar performance.
The president’s reflection on his debate performance and the associated reasons comes amid mounting concerns from fellow Democrats regarding his capacity to meet the demands of a second term.
U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett of Texas became the first Democrat in Congress to publicly urge Biden to withdraw from the race. Concerns about Biden's stamina and ability to handle the pressures of the presidency are growing.
During the fundraiser, Biden reassured his supporters about his commitment and reiterated the critical nature of the upcoming election. He stressed that it was imperative to win against Trump, given the stakes involved.
At the event, Biden expressed regret for disregarding his staff’s advice and acknowledged the poor judgment in undertaking such demanding travel just before the debate.
President Biden acknowledged his travel-related fatigue to show transparency and accountability to his supporters. His remarks suggest he understands the need to prepare thoroughly for public appearances. By apologizing and explaining, Biden aims to maintain the confidence and support of his followers as he emphasizes the necessity of winning the election against Trump for the nation's future.