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The Campaign Moment: Trump rides the wave of Biden turmoil
Jul 12, 2024
Senior political reporter Aaron Blake and co-host Martine Powers discuss the turmoil in Biden's campaign, with over half of Democrats wanting him to drop out. They analyze Trump's quiet strategy, the upcoming Republican National Convention, and the divisions within both parties leading up to the election.
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- Concerns arise over Biden's candidacy viability from mixed Democratic reactions.
- Speculation swirls around Trump's potential VP picks, emphasizing loyalty, compatibility, and advancing his interests.
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Biden's Press Conference Performance Review
President Biden's recent press conference aimed to quell doubts about his candidacy, featuring both moments of clarity on foreign policy goals and cringeworthy gaffes like confusing Vice President Trump's identity. Democrats' reactions have been mixed, with concerns raised about his viability. Notable figures like George Clooney and Ashley Judd have publicly called for Biden to step down, citing doubts about his capabilities and proposing alternatives like Michelle Obama.
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