President Biden is set to meet with Democrat governors this Wednesday following his lackluster performance in the recent debate with former President Trump. The meeting, likely to be held virtually, is currently being arranged, as confirmed by multiple Democratic sources.
After a conference call on Monday, Democrat governors discussed the latest developments concerning Biden's potential 2024 rematch with Trump. The call, organized by Democratic Governors Association (DGA) Chair Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota, served as a platform for governors to address the aftermath of the debate.
Biden, the oldest president in U.S. history at 81, is navigating a challenging phase in his reelection campaign. His debate performance, marked by hesitant delivery and stumbling responses, has triggered concerns within the Democratic Party. Some political analysts, editorial writers, and party members have even suggested that Biden should step aside as the party's 2024 candidate.
Sources familiar with Monday's call indicated that while the governors discussed strategies to address the debate fallout, there was no serious consideration of asking Biden to withdraw. The call was described as a 'gripe session,' highlighting the governors' concerns and perspectives.
The Biden campaign was reportedly informed about the call in advance. A national Democratic official, speaking on condition of anonymity, emphasized the strong support of Democratic governors for the Biden-Harris administration. The official highlighted the ongoing communication between the administration and the governors, underscoring the positive impact of Biden-Harris policies on residents.
