Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 7/22/24: Obama & Pelosi Force Biden Out, GOP Meltdown Over Biden Dropout, Van Jones Weeps Praising Biden, VP Predictions, Houthis Strike Israel
Jul 22, 2024
Dave Weigel, a savvy political journalist, joins the discussion around the startling news of Biden's exit from the 2024 race, catalyzed by pressure from Pelosí and Obama. The trio debates the implications for Kamala Harris's candidacy and whether Obama will influence a potential challenge. They also touch on the Republican backlash to Biden’s dropout. In a geopolitical twist, they explore the Houthis' strike on Israel and what that means for U.S. foreign policy. Expect sharp insights and a dive into the evolving political landscape!
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Biden's Announcement Blunder
- Joe Biden's withdrawal announcement initially omitted Kamala Harris, causing confusion.
- A second post quickly followed, endorsing Harris, highlighting the campaign's lack of foresight.
Biden's Reluctance and the Echo Chamber
- Joe Biden was resistant to withdrawing, struggling with the fallout from the debate and negative polling data.
- His aides, particularly Mike Donilon, created an echo chamber, shielding him from the reality of his declining popularity.
The Polling Revelation
- Biden's campaign hadn't conducted battleground polling for months, indicating a reluctance to face his declining support.
- Newly conducted polling revealed Biden losing in all battleground states, prompting his withdrawal decision.