President Joe Biden has been reflecting on his decision to abandon his reelection campaign more than three weeks ago. Sources close to him have indicated that he was particularly unhappy with former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, with whom he has not spoken since his withdrawal from the race.
While sources did not explicitly use the term 'grudge,' they noted that Biden is unlikely to forget those who played a role in pushing him aside. Despite receiving support from Democrats after his decision, there have been moments of frustration for Biden, especially following public tributes from certain party members who were actively involved in his exit from the campaign.
Individuals familiar with Biden's mindset have described him as alternately embittered and relieved by the process that led to his withdrawal. Although he believes he made the right choice, he is still processing the events that unfolded.
White House spokesman Andrew Bates has refuted claims that Biden is dwelling on his unhappiness with Pelosi, emphasizing that the president's focus is on the future rather than the past.
Despite some regrets about how the situation unfolded, the 81-year-old president is now energized by the opportunity to enhance his legacy without the need to engage in a challenging campaign against former President Donald Trump.
