Democratic lawmakers and advisers expressed alarm after President Biden's poor performance in a June 27, 2024 debate, which necessitated his voluntary suspension of the campaign. Observers criticized his struggles to articulate responses, notably fumbling key questions, which led to a sense of panic within the party regarding his leadership. Former aides highlighted their disbelief, with one terming the situation a 'disaster,' while Trump humorously noted Biden's evident confusion. Overall, this incident signaled deep-seated issues within Biden's campaign and stirred fears about the effectiveness of his presidency.
"I really don't know what he said at the end of that sentence," Trump famously fired back. "I don't think he knows what he said either."
"Senior Democrats who had done work for Biden in 2024 later told us that they had watched the debate and wondered: Just who the hell is running the country?"
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