President Joe Biden is reportedly engaging in serious discussions about the future of his re-election campaign with his family members. Following a lackluster debate performance last Thursday against former President Donald Trump, many Democrats have expressed concerns about Biden’s ability to secure a victory in the upcoming November election.
Biden and his family spent the past Sunday at Camp David, a retreat that the White House claims was planned before last week’s nationally televised debate. This private weekend meeting allowed Biden to reflect on his campaign strategy and future prospects.
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During the retreat, Biden’s family strongly urged him to remain in the 2024 race despite calls from some within the Democratic Party for him to step aside. Reports indicate that discussions also revolved around whether to make changes to his top aides, in an effort to strengthen his campaign.
In the days following the debate, Biden has made a determined effort to reaffirm his commitment to the race, actively engaging with donors. Over the weekend, he attended multiple fundraising events, including stops in New York City, East Hampton, and New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s residence. These events have been part of a broader strategy to galvanize support and secure funding for his campaign.
According to CNBC, the Biden campaign has raised an impressive $33 million since the debate, with $26 million coming from grassroots donors. This influx of funds demonstrates significant support from his base, despite the concerns raised by his recent debate performance. However, some donors described the fundraising events as overly controlled, with Biden reading from a teleprompter and limiting one-on-one interactions.
Biden’s next major campaign challenge will be the upcoming debate against Trump on September 10th, where he will have another opportunity to prove his capabilities to both his supporters and skeptics.
