In a striking display of desperation, former President Joe Biden has emerged from his self-imposed exile to launch yet another baseless attack on his successor, Donald Trump. In his first television interview since withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, Biden warned that Trump poses a “genuine danger to American security” if he returns to the White House. But this fear-mongering is nothing more than a last-ditch effort to distract from the Democratic Party’s own failures.
During his interview with CBS News, Biden, 81, appeared frail and out of touch, a stark reminder of why he ultimately stepped down from his re-election campaign. His withdrawal came after a disastrous debate performance where concerns about his age and mental acuity were on full display. Even as he admitted to his debate failure, Biden insisted that his health is not an issue, though the American public has seen otherwise.
Biden’s sudden exit from the race was not driven by a desire to protect democracy, as he claims, but by the clear realization that his continued presence was a liability to his party. Democratic colleagues in the House and Senate had made it clear that his re-election bid was jeopardizing their chances at holding onto power. Yet, rather than gracefully bowing out, Biden clings to the narrative that his only priority is to stop Trump—a tactic that smacks of desperation and deflection.
As Biden retreats, he has thrown his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris, who has now replaced him on the ballot. However, this move has only raised further questions about who is truly in control. Trump’s running mate, J.D. Vance, recently pointed out the obvious during his appearances on various Sunday morning political talk shows: Harris has been the one “calling the shots” all along. If Biden couldn’t handle the pressures of the presidency before, why should voters believe that Harris is any more capable?
Trump, on the other hand, remains focused on the issues that matter to the American people. While Biden and his surrogates are busy trying to rewrite history, Trump is addressing the real concerns of the nation—whether it’s strengthening the economy, securing the border, or standing up to global threats.
The contrast couldn’t be clearer. Biden’s weak attempt to brand Trump as a threat to American security falls flat when compared to the strong and decisive leadership that Trump has consistently demonstrated. It’s no wonder that Harris’s surge in support is only temporary, as voters recognize the difference between empty rhetoric and genuine leadership.
As the 2024 election approaches, the American people have a choice: a return to the failed policies of Biden and Harris or a future where America is strong, secure, and prosperous under Trump. The decision should be an easy one.
