Fact-Checking Biden’s ABC Interview
The president defended his debate performance with exaggerations about polling, his recent appearances and his opponent. Share full article In the interview with George Stephanopoulos of ABC News, President Biden…
July 6, 2024
Judge Delays Some Deadlines in Trump Classified Documents Case
The postponement was likely to cause only minor delays to the case, which has already slowed to a crawl with Judge Aileen Cannon’s previous decisions. Listen to this article ·…
As Biden Digs In, More Supporters Look to Push Him Out
Interviews with dozens of Democrats illustrated an imminent clash between a defiant president and those who question his ability to win. Many rank-and-file party officials remain supportive. Share full article…
Biden Aides Provided Questions in Advance for His Radio Interviews
The host of “The Source” on WURD in Philadelphia said officials provided her with a list of eight questions to choose from. The Biden campaign said its staff did not…
Sykes Faces Challenge in Ohio as Black Democrats Push to Hold White Districts
Representative Emilia Sykes is one of only a few Black Democrats in Congress who don’t resemble most of their constituents, and whose political survival this year will help determine which…
If Trump Wins, These Senators May Take Vice President and Cabinet Posts
It’s a change from 2016, when House Republicans were the preferred candidates. At least two senators — J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio — are on the short list for the…
These Obscure Democrats Could Soon Become Kingmakers
President Biden insisted on Friday that he would stay in the race. But if he decides to step aside, these individuals will determine who leads the ticket. Share full article…
Hakeem Jeffries Plans to Discuss Biden’s Candidacy With Top House Democrats
The House minority leader scheduled a virtual meeting for Sunday. Share full article Representative Hakeem Jeffries speaking to the press inside the U.S. Capitol last week. Representative Hakeem Jeffries, Democrat…
Crisis? What Crisis? Biden Rejects Democratic Pessimism
After last week’s devastating debate performance, the president’s prime-time interview with ABC News was an exercise in not just damage control but reality control. Listen to this article · 8:19…
Loyal Democratic Voters React to Biden Interview With Relief, and Despair
“I tell you, he looked a whole lot better than the debate,” said one voter in Detroit. Share full article Supporters cheered as President Biden spoke at a campaign event…