7/18/24: Biden Media Attacks JD On Abortion, Trump Shooting No Effect On Polls, Pelosi War On Biden To Drop Out, Secret Service Blames Sloped Roof
Jul 18, 2024
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Emily Jashinsky, a political commentator with insights from the RNC, joins the discussion on the Biden administration's handling of abortion issues and the media's portrayal of these challenges. They explore Trump's recent assassination attempt, its minimal impact on polling, and internal battles within the Democratic Party, including pressure for Biden to step aside. The conversation also critiques security failures during political events and the complexities of navigating media narratives in today's politically charged environment.
Biden faces criticism for handling COVID diagnosis and potential dropout, sparking concerns about campaign fitness.
Biden's policy communication struggles and leaked audios reveal incoherence, dismissiveness, and errors in strategic planning.
Polls show majority opinion for Biden to withdraw from presidential race, indicating possible candidate prioritization shift.
Security lapse during political event raises questions about quick response and protection measures, highlighting concerns about readiness and resource allocation.
Deep dives
Biden's COVID Diagnosis Raises Concerns
Biden's recent COVID-19 diagnosis has sparked discussions about his fitness for the presidential race, especially after mentioning a possible dropout due to a medical condition. Leaked audio revealed tense Zoom calls with moderate Democrats, showcasing Biden's incoherence and belligerence towards Congressman Jason Crow regarding his Bronze Star.
Challenges in Policy Communication
During public appearances, Biden has struggled with coherent policy communication, exemplified by a recent incident on a teleprompter where he stumbled through answers and made significant errors like capping rent at $55 instead of 5%. Leaked audios highlighted his dismissive attitude and inability to present a strategic campaign plan.
Calls for Biden's Withdrawal Gain Traction
Polls indicate that 70% of the country, including 65% of Democrats and 77% of independents, feel that Biden should withdraw from the presidential race. Alternative Democratic candidates like Mark Kelly and Josh Shapiro outpace Biden by roughly five points in battleground states, suggesting a potential shift in candidate priorities.
Kamala Harris Seen as Weakest Alternative
Vice President Kamala Harris ranks as the weakest alternative candidate among potential Democratic successors to Biden. Alternative candidates like Mark Kelly, Gretchen Whitmer, Westmore, and Josh Shapiro outperform both Biden and Harris in battleground states, indicating potential challenges for Harris's electability.
Security Failure During Political Event Revealed
The podcast episode delves into a shocking security failure during a political event where a gunman positioned himself on a roof with a direct line of sight to a former president and a presidential nominee, leading to concerns about the quick response and protection measures. Local police tried but failed to secure the building where the shooter positioned himself, raising questions about readiness and resource allocation in such situations.
Morning Joe Show Taken Off the Air Unexpectedly
The Morning Joe show hosts express disappointment and surprise at being unexpectedly taken off the air during a breaking news period, highlighting communication issues and lack of clarity regarding the network's decision. The hosts vow to be present for future newsfeed replacements, signaling frustration at the perceived lack of trust in handling sensitive topics.
Discussion on Broadcast Preemption
The podcast covers the unusual preempting of opinion shows by hard news broadcasts during breaking news events, revealing host and network reactions to sudden programming changes. Insight into the internal workings and decisions within the network sheds light on the challenges faced in balancing differing show formats during critical news coverage.
Evaluating Response to Sensitive Topics
The discussion extends to the balance between addressing delicate or controversial issues on-air and network decisions that impact show broadcasts, emphasizing the importance of maintaining open and civil conversations within the news media landscape. The podcast provides a behind-the-scenes look at the complexities faced by hosts and networks in navigating sensitive and rapidly evolving news scenarios.
Krystal and Ryan discuss Biden media attacking Vance on abortion, Trump shooting no effect on polls, Biden gets Covid, Pelosi and Schumer open war for Biden dropout, Secret Service blames sloped roof for Trump failure, Morning Joe lashes out over MSNBC shut down.
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