The End of Biden's Candidacy Seems Clear; The Question is How It Will Be Played Out

The Democratic Party faces a pivotal moment. With internal conflicts escalating, many within the party call for President Joe Biden to step down, arguing that his continued presence hampers their ability to defeat Republican challenger Donald Trump. Despite Biden’s efforts to show he’s still fit for office, the clamor for change grows louder.

Former President Barack Obama and ex-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi are now urged to help navigate this tumultuous period. According to CNN, both Obama and Pelosi have discussed Biden’s future, expressing concerns about the increasing difficulty of winning against Trump.

CNN reporters have spoken with over a dozen congress members and operatives close to Obama and Pelosi. They reveal a consensus: Biden’s candidacy is nearing its end. The question is no longer if but how this transition will unfold.

Recent turmoil followed Biden’s press conference aimed at quelling doubts about his candidacy. Despite these efforts, many prominent Democrats believe Obama and Pelosi must soon voice their opinions to prevent further damage, with the election just months away.

Pelosi has already spoken with Biden following a disastrous debate performance against Trump, but she refrained from commenting further. Some see her potential intervention as the key to ending the party’s recent upheaval.

Obama, meanwhile, has chosen to stay silent publicly, a stance that has left many Democratic leaders feeling abandoned. His recent social media post, dismissing the impact of poor debates, has not alleviated concerns. Obama’s skepticism about Biden’s viability is an open secret in Washington, yet his willingness to push Biden one way or the other remains uncertain.

This situation is compounded by historical tension between Biden and Obama, dating back to 2015 when Obama discouraged Biden from running against Hillary Clinton. Biden might now see any advice to withdraw as a repeat of past sidelining.

Some Democrats see Obama as a potential unifier capable of steering the party toward a cohesive strategy. However, his detachment from the Biden candidacy debate has disappointed many who expected him to take a more active role.

Despite public displays of support, like recent fundraising events, some see Obama’s apparent neutrality as a strategic stance, while others view it as a betrayal.

As Biden continues to face scrutiny, the focus of his campaign has shifted from attacking Trump’s vision for America to defending his fitness for office. According to analysts, this shift could persist even if a new Democratic candidate emerges, leaving the party in a precarious position.

Ultimately, Democrats find themselves trapped between two undesirable options: continue with Biden amid mounting skepticism or risk the uncertainty of a new candidate. Some still hope for a “French scenario,” where fear of Trump overrides concerns about the Democratic nominee’s qualifications. Yet, this hope grows increasingly tenuous with Biden under constant negative scrutiny.

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