What A Day Trump And Musk's Messy Break-Up
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Jun 6, 2025 
Alex Thompson, national political correspondent for Axios and co-author of 'Original Sin', dives deep into the complexities surrounding Joe Biden's presidency and the political landscape as 2024 approaches. He discusses Biden’s perceived decline in leadership, the cover-ups by those around him, and the internecine dynamics within the Democratic Party. The dialogue also touches on the heated exchange between Trump and Musk, revealing their fraught relationship and the implications of recent travel bans and immigration policies.
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Biden's Mental Decline Hidden
- Biden's closest allies covered up signs of his mental decline, hoping things would work out.
- Many within the Democratic Party had seen concerning behavior but remained silent.
Biden's Two-Term Intentions
- Biden claimed to be a bridge candidate but always intended to run for two terms.
- His family and team reinforced this ambition despite public impressions.
Biden's Resentment of Obama
- Biden and his team resented Obama's preference for Hillary Clinton in 2016.
- This resentment influenced Biden's decision to seek re-election despite earlier claims.
