There is drama in the Democratic Party.
During his extended departure from the political scene, President Joe Biden suggested that he could have defeated Donald Trump in the 2020 election, indirectly implying that Vice President Kamala Harris faltered in her campaign. He refrained from offering any strong endorsement for her potential 2028 bid.
“I think I could have beaten Trump,” Biden asserted.
When asked about her future prospects, Biden stated that Harris was “competent to run again in four years,” a remark that many felt fell short of a robust endorsement. While calling her competent might seem generous given her recent political performance, Biden’s response was the minimum he could offer without completely shutting the door.
This marks a significant shift in the Biden-Harris dynamic, suggesting tension rather than unity. Despite initial assurances, Biden’s choice of Harris for vice president didn’t end well, and the relationship appears strained. Biden, who had previously promised a one-term presidency, seemed to hint in his exit interview that he never planned on staying beyond one term, remarking that he hadn’t envisioned serving as president at 85 or 86.
Despite indicating his plans to remain involved after his presidency, Biden’s presence already feels increasingly distant, leaving many to wonder about his long-term influence on the political landscape.
