This chapter discusses whether it is too late to replace Joe Biden as a presidential candidate. It explains the reasons why it is unlikely, such as the ongoing nomination process, Biden's significant delegate support, and the missed ballot registration deadline in 44 states.
Joe Biden’s age and mental acuity are center stage after a Justice Department prosecutor described him as an “elderly man with a poor memory.” Vox reporter Christian Paz explains why Democrats are stuck with him.
This episode was produced by Miles Bryan and Jesse Alejandro Cottrell, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard with help from Avishay Artsy, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
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