What A Day Trump Can't Stop Saying Biden
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Dec 16, 2025 Shawn McCreesh, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, delves into Trump's curious obsession with Biden, revealing how often the former president invokes his name. He discusses the psychological factors driving this fixation and whether it's an effective strategy. The conversation also touches on how Trump's critiques of Biden reflect his own challenges, alongside a commentary on Trump's alarming remarks regarding the Reiner tragedy and the implications of declaring fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction. Tune in for a mix of analysis and insights!
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Persistent Biden Fixation
- Shawn McCreesh found Trump mentioned "Biden" more than "America" in early days of his second term, averaging 6.32 mentions per day.
- The fixation persisted and even intensified, showing Biden became one of Trump's most-used terms.
Repetition As Political Strategy
- Biden is largely out of the spotlight, yet Trump repeatedly brings him up, suggesting repetition as a deliberate messaging tactic.
- McCreesh says Trump knows the power of repetition to beat a message into people's heads.
Blame Mirrors Own Problems
- Trump attacks Biden for problems—like economic complaints—that mirror issues in Trump's own presidency.
- McCreesh notes Trump doubles down on blaming Biden even as his administration faces similar troubles.
