Biden's halting performance against Trump left the Democrats in turmoil, with allies discussing whether the he should remain on the ticket even as a Biden pressed on with his re election campaign.
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The Wall Street Journal - World
Biden Bleeds Democratic Support, Undermining Case to Take on Trump
The latest WSJ Poll shows the incumbent has allowed the race to become referendum on his leadership rather than a choice between him and an unpopular challenger.Joe Biden -
Financial Times - World
Biden says debate was ‘bad episode’ as he rejects calls to quit race
High-stakes TV interview fails to quell critics’ concern about US president’s fitnessJoe Biden -
NBC News - Politics
President Biden insists he will not drop out, despite pressure from Democrats
The White House is doing new damage control after President Biden's much-critizied debate performance, with Mr. Biden saying "no one is pushing me out." But The New York Times reported that Mr. Biden told an ally he was weighing whether to drop ...Joe Biden -
NBC News - Top stories
Biden says he saw a doctor after the debate and acknowledges: 'I screwed up'
President Joe Biden said he was cleared by a doctor after last week’s debate, admitting "I screwed up" in a performance that worried Democrats.Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Biden Tries to Prove He Is Still Democrats' Best Bet
The president told Democratic governors that he needs to get more sleep and suggested he should avoid events that begin after 8 p.m.Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Dr. Fauci weighs in on Biden's debate performance
Dr. Anthony Fauci is sharing the lessons he's learned from his decadeslong career in public health. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sat down with him to discuss his new book "On Call" and President Biden's debate performance.Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Biden says he's staying in 2024 race and will beat Trump again
President Biden remained defiant at a rally in Wisconsin on Friday amid calls for him to drop out of the 2024 race following his poor debate performance. Mr. Biden said he's still running, will win the Badger State and beat former President Donald ...Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Biden defends health, insists he will beat Trump in high-stakes interview
President Biden defended his health and insisted he can beat former President Trump in November in a high-stakes interview Friday that came after his dismal debate performance in Atlanta last week. “I don't think there's anybody more qualified to ...Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
White House chief of staff Zients reassures staff amid Biden turmoil
White House chief of staff Jeff Zients told aides Wednesday to hold their heads high and tune out the noise as President Biden seeks to reassure Democrats after his rocky debate performance last week. On an all-staff call, Zients acknowledged the ...Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Julián Castro: Biden 'very likely to lose to Trump,' should withdraw from race
Former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro argued Tuesday that President Biden should bow out of the presidential race, predicting he's “very likely” to lose to former President Trump in November. Castro, who served in the Obama ...Joe Biden -
ABC News - Top stories
If Biden drops out, who could replace him? Harris does better against Trump in polls
As speculation rises about President Joe Biden's future, some voters have already indicated their preferences for potential successors on the ticket.Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Jill Biden's Dilemma: Is Pressing Ahead Still the Loving Thing to Do?
The first lady is viewed as the rare person with the power to sway her husband’s decision to stay in or exit the presidential race.Joe Biden -
CNBC - Business
Trump ally Nigel Farage elected to British parliament for first time
After seven failed attempts, Nigel Farage has won a seat in the U.K.'s parliament.Donald Trump -
NBC News - Top stories
Biden holds campaign rally in Wisconsin
Watch live coverage as President Biden speaks at a campaign event in Madison, Wis. Biden continues to face criticism and calls for him to withdraw from the race after his debate against former President Trump.Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Evening Report — Can Biden stop the bleeding?
A second House Dem is urging Biden to step aside {beacon} Evening Report Wednesday, July 3 © AP Photo/Evan Vucci Biden tries to rally the troops as Dem panic consumes Washington President Biden began widespread outreach to Democrats on ...Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Evening Report — Wounded Biden enters vital stretch
{beacon} Evening Report Friday, July 5 © Greg Nash Biden's wounded campaign pushes on amid calls to drop out President Biden’s wounded campaign enters a vital stretch this weekend as Democratic panic over the 2024 election hits new heights. ...Joe Biden -
NBC News - Politics
'I was exhausted': Biden addresses first debate performance during interview
President Biden addressed his performance during the first presidential debate during an exclusive interview with ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos saying he was "exhausted and didn't listen to his instincts." This comes as several politicians ...Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Cracks showing in Democratic support as Biden says he ‘nearly fell asleep on stage’
Key ally of president says he knows upcoming appearances have to be successful to stay in race. Cracks in support among Democratic leaders for Joe Biden’s campaign continued to widen on Wednesday ahead of his evening meeting with Democratic ...Joe Biden -
NBC News - Top stories
'I'm not leaving': Biden expands effort to tamp down calls to step aside
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Wednesday increased his outreach to lawmakers, Democratic governors, and staff after days of criticism that he hasn't done enough to personally tamp down on nervousness that he should abandon his run for ...Joe Biden -
NBC News - Top stories
Democratic Party rules show a clear path to replace Biden if he were to step aside
As Biden's campaign tries to calm nervous Democrats, the DNC is circulating talking points that misleadingly suggest there is no means of replacing the president at the top of the party's ticket.Joe Biden -
GameSpot - Tech
Hugh Jackman Discusses His 1999 Audition For Wolverine And Fearing He Would Not Get The Part
Hugh Jackman returns to play Wolverine once again in this month's Deadpool & Wolverine, but the career-defining role almost never materialized for the Australian actor. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Jackman and Marvel boss Kevin Feige ... -
The Guardian - World
Trump calls Biden ‘broken-down’ and claims he quit 2024 race in leaked video
Clip obtained by Daily Beast shows ex-president sitting in golf cart, holding cash, as he discusses presidential debate. “A broken-down pile of crap” on the verge of “quitting the race” was Donald Trump’s summation of Joe Biden in a ...Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Biden says he ‘screwed up’ but vows to continue as polls show six-point lead for Trump
President gives interviews with stations in Wisconsin and Pennsylvania as report says he plans to cut back on events after 8pm. Joe Biden has told a radio show he “screwed up” and made a “mistake” in last week’s debate against Donald Trump, but ...Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Biden says he's 'not going anywhere,' takes shot at Trump during Fourth of July event
President Biden said he's "not going anywhere" and took a swipe at former President Trump during remarks before service members and military families who had gathered at the White House for a Fourth of July barbecue. Biden spoke for about four ...Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Biden tells ABC News his debate was a "bad episode," says he was "exhausted"
President Biden sat down with ABC News' George Stephanopoulos in Wisconsin Friday for the first interview since his disastrous presidential debate last week.Joe Biden -
NBC News - Top stories
Biden refuses to take a cognitive or neurological test in his first post-debate TV interview
In his first televised interview since his widely criticized debate performance, Biden would not commit to taking a cognitive or neurological test and releasing the results.Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Biden speaks with Democratic leaders in Congress
President Biden spoke to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, among other Democratic lawmakers, as he faces fallout over his debate performance. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.Joe Biden -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Democratic governors back Biden
Also in today’s newsletter, a $2.65bn luxury department store deal and Goldman lobbies to change Fed’s stress test resultJoe Biden -
Politico - Politics
‘In denial’: Democrats livid that Biden is digging in
One Democrat put it simply: “Let someone else do this.”Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Top stories
Biden Campaign Memos Show Efforts to Calm Concerns
A pair of memos highlighted internal polling that showed a close race and strong fund-raising in an attempt to quiet fears about President Biden’s candidacy.Joe Biden -
ABC News - World
Rishi Sunak's campaign in the UK election showed his lack of political touch
Rishi Sunak’s campaign to remain Britain’s prime minister showed a lack of political touchUnited Kingdom -
ABC News - Entertainment
Why was it a surprise? Biden's debate problems leave some wondering if the press missed the story
Did the media covering President Biden miss a story that was right in front of themJoe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Biden Presses Netanyahu to Close Cease-Fire Deal After Talks Show Progress
An embattled U.S. president pressed the Israeli prime minister to hammer out a Gaza cease-fire deal, saying now is the time to save the lives of hostages held by Hamas.Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Democrats helped Trump get nominated — if he wins, it’s their fault
Ever since Donald Trump emerged as a presidential candidate in 2015, Democrats have underestimated his political appeal and relished facing him as an electoral opponent.Donald Trump -
The New York Times - World
Jeremy Corbyn Wins Election Against Labour, Party He Once Led
The victory was vindication for Mr. Corbyn, who was running for the first time against the Labour party. -
NBC News - Top stories
Down-and-out U.K. coastal town looks set to elect Trump ally Nigel Farage
Change is in the air in Clacton-on-Sea, a sleepy backwater that may become the vanguard for the British right wing after electing Nigel Farage.Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
Biden Insists He Will Stay in the Race
Also, Hurricane Beryl caused floods in Jamaica. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Trump asks judge to halt documents case after Supreme Court ruling
Former President Donald Trump and his legal team asked the federal judge overseeing the case involving his handling of sensitive documents to pause proceedings.Donald Trump -
ABC News - Top stories
Buzz builds around Kamala Harris should Biden withdraw
Momentum builds for Harris to replace Biden at the top of the ticket with new polling showing her outperforming Biden in a hypothetical matchup with Trump.Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Vermont Democrat warns Biden could take other Democrats down with him
Vermont Sen. Peter Welch (D) warned Wednesday that President Biden could take other Democrats down with him if he loses badly in November, and said he doesn’t know anymore if Biden would be a stronger candidate than Vice President Harris. “So if ...Joe Biden