Staff Reports
A revelation that many conservative pundits have anticipated has emerged, suggesting that the White House staff has been less than optimistic about President Joe Biden’s health. Jen Psaki, former press secretary and current MSNBC star, has gone on record lamenting Biden’s well-being during the supposed dive into his second term campaign. It seems concern for Biden’s health ran deeper than just party loyalty; it’s almost like colleagues worried he might be one debate slip away from an embarrassing moment.
During a conversation at the Texas Tribune Festival, Psaki shared her unease regarding Biden as a person. As the summer unfolded, she claimed it was “heartbreaking” to witness the president’s struggles. This candid admission comes in the wake of a disastrous June debate that had many asking whether Biden could truly endure the rigors of another campaign. Instead of worrying about Trump swooping in for a win, Psaki’s worries were purely personal: was the president doing okay?
PLAYBACK: The former mouthpiece for the president says she was “worried” about Biden “as a person” after watching his disastrous debate with former President Trump. She explains exactly what was going through her head: https://t.co/5gqmjpZVnS pic.twitter.com/9QPPhMO3HN
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 8, 2024
It’s a curious manifestation of concern, especially since many in the media have consistently downplayed questions about Biden’s age and mental fitness. Of course, Biden has always projected confidence, describing his rough debate performance as a mere “bad night.” However, mainstream media and even a handful of Democrats seemed unified in the belief that something was seriously amiss. Calls for the president to step aside began ringing loud and clear after the debate revealed a man who appeared uncertain and somewhat confused.
Despite his reassurances, even those closest to him felt the tension in the air. After much speculation, Biden eventually caved to the pressures surrounding his candidacy and made the announcement to suspend his presidential campaign—a move that elicited a collective sigh of relief across the nation. Psaki, reporting on the news, couldn’t hold back her emotions on-air. The heart-stricken liberals of America were already on an emotional roller coaster, and it seemed like the ride was finally coming to an end.
The summer had indeed been a turbulent time, filled with emotions that ran the gamut from anxiety over a Trump resurgence to compassion for Biden himself. Psaki’s reflection on these events underscores just how chaotic politics have become in America. The situation reveals an awkward combination of concern for a leader’s frailty and the looming dread of the opposing party gaining ground. Even as they publicly rallied behind Biden, those who worked closely with him were no strangers to feeling uneasy about the future of their party.
