President Biden has reportedly compared himself to former President Obama in private, revealing a years-long 'rivalry' between the two men. According to sources, Biden has expressed sentiments like 'Obama would be jealous' when discussing his perceived accomplishments. Some of Biden's aides have voiced concerns that Obama and his team did not fully appreciate Biden's experience in foreign policy, Congress, and political interactions, and were disrespectful towards him.
A former Biden aide mentioned that there was a belief among Obama's team that Biden would not be organized enough to execute the role of president effectively. Additionally, there have been complaints about 'Obama people' who seem to prioritize their own interests over supporting Biden.