President Joe Biden's aides are working to portray his recent high-stakes interview with ABC News as a success, signaling that this is just the beginning of his efforts to reassure the public following last week's contentious debate.
Two aides from Biden's team described the interview as 'strong,' highlighting the president's ability to convey that he is the best candidate to challenge Donald Trump.
Prior to the interview, Biden's main objective was to address lingering questions from the debate and ensure that his extensive record over the past 3.5 years was not overshadowed by a single event.
The Biden campaign has indicated that the president's upcoming schedule will include more spontaneous interactions, such as additional interviews and a press conference next week.
Despite the outward show of confidence from Biden and his team, there is a growing chorus of Democratic voices calling for him to step aside from the reelection race. It is evident that one interview alone will not be sufficient to allay widespread concerns.
One Democratic House member, who expressed disappointment with Biden's debate performance, acknowledged that the interview was an improvement but remained pessimistic about the overall situation.
While the interview may have provided a platform for Biden to present his case to the public, the road ahead remains challenging as he seeks to regain momentum and address mounting criticism.
