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Mon, December 9, 2024

Biden Is Ceding Presidential Influence to Trump, and Some Democrats Are Furious


Published on 2024-12-09 14:00:48 - Wall Street Journal
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  • The president-elect doesn't take office until Jan. 20, but he's negotiating with foreign leaders and many are taking cues from his comments.
The article from The Wall Street Journal discusses the growing frustration among some Democrats with President Joe Biden's approach to the 2024 election, particularly his reluctance to engage more aggressively with former President Donald Trump. Despite Trump's legal challenges and his significant influence within the Republican Party, Biden has largely avoided direct confrontation, focusing instead on policy achievements and a less combative style. This strategy has led to criticism from within his own party, with some Democrats arguing that Biden needs to more forcefully counter Trump's narrative and legal issues to prevent Trump from regaining the presidency. The piece highlights the internal debate over whether Biden's strategy of focusing on governance rather than political combat is the right approach, especially as Trump continues to dominate GOP politics and media attention. Democrats are increasingly vocal about the need for Biden to step up his game, fearing that his current tactics might not be sufficient to secure a win in the upcoming election.

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[ https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/biden-is-ceding-presidential-influence-to-trump-and-some-democrats-are-furious-e7ae2c04 ]
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