U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden attend a post-debate campaign rally on June 28, 2024 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden attend a post-debate campaign rally on June 28, 2024 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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A day after a debate that featured many indecisions, President Joe Biden kicked off his campaign by trying to reassure supporters that he is still qualified for the job and capable of defeating former President Donald Trump in November. Trump.
His performance in Thursday’s CNN debate caused many Democrats to panic about his chances of winning re-election. Some longtime Biden commentators have even called for him to step down.
NPR’s Scott Detrow talks with NPR senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith and congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh about what happens next and whether Biden can calm Democrats’ fears.
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This episode was produced by Brianna Scott and Megan Lin. It is edited by Janet Woods, Kelsey Snell, Dana Farrington, and Adam Rainey. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
