Staff Reports
Tension has reached a boiling point within the Democrat hierarchy as President Joe Biden’s administration is reportedly distancing itself from Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign. It appears that Biden’s senior aides are channeling their inner “feelings” and letting their emotional baggage dictate their political moves—an ill-advised strategy considering they’re staring down the barrel of an election year.
These two have been in a lamentable partnership ever since Harris asserted her place as the leader of the Democrat ticket, following Biden’s exit from the race. In a classic passive-aggressive maneuver, Biden held an impromptu press conference right before Harris’ event in Michigan, effectively stealing her spotlight and leaving her with less live coverage. It seems Biden’s grasp on timing and support has never been quite right, much like his grasp on the presidency.
TENSIONS RISE: Strain between Biden's staff and Harris's campaign has been rising since Harris took over the DEMOCRAT ticket. An ally says Biden aides are "too much in their FEELINGS" to fully support her. Biden's impromptu press conferences have undercut Harris's events.… pic.twitter.com/XqE8RXLSx5
— Bill Mitchell (@mitchellvii) October 13, 2024
To add more fuel to the fire, Harris recently took a stab at Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for allegedly ignoring her call concerning Hurricane Milton. DeSantis, however, struck back by asserting that he never received such a call. In a twist of fate, Biden swooped in to offer praise for DeSantis’ “gracious” and “cooperative” nature, completely undermining Harris just as she was attempting to solidify her own standing against a rising Republican star. One can’t help but marvel at the daily circus taking place in this administration, where one half seems to be competing against the other.
The infighting within the Democrat camp is further exacerbated by disloyalty accusations swirling among Biden’s staff. There are whispers of aides concerned about being branded as traitors for contemplating the transition to Harris’s team. This discord leads to a classic case of the “old guard” versus the “newbies.” One might think they are all vying for the role of a high school drama troupe rather than a serious political campaign, which significantly lowers the stakes for everyone involved.
Despite claims from the White House that all is rosy and well, the evident strain speaks volumes about the chaotic conditions on the ground. A spokesperson for Biden insists that everyone is fully aware of the election’s importance and that staff transitions are to be expected. However, the laughter behind closed doors suggests otherwise. It’s believable that a drama-filled environment permeates the vice-presidential office—one where unity seems a long-lost concept.
As Harris rolls out her new economic plans, presumably ones she hasn’t implemented as Biden’s second-in-command, Biden is busy patting himself on the back for his supposed successes. While the president tries to sign off on a high note, Biden’s bout of nostalgia for the past seems to conflict with Harris’s need to forge a forward-thinking campaign. Those mentally prepared to follow the Biden legacy may be finding themselves feeling left out and emotionally betrayed. Only time will tell how this transpires, but chances are it will be more entertaining than informative.
