As Joe Biden navigates the challenges of managing the country, his age and mental acuity have remained a topic of controversy among politicians, particularly those in the Democratic Party. Biden, the oldest sitting president in US history, has made a series of public gaffes that have raised questions about his cognitive health. Former President Barack Obama has reportedly expressed anxiety about Biden’s re-election prospects.
According to officials who spoke with The Washington Post, Obama recently told allies that Biden’s route to victory seems increasingly risky. Notably, Obama has limited his direct connection with Biden, speaking to him only once after the debate.
In these meetings, Obama has emphasized that the fate of Biden’s campaign is exclusively in the hands of the president, as a safeguard for Biden and his presidential legacy. Obama’s approach is clear: he wants to protect Biden, but he refuses to believe that he can single-handedly direct Biden’s political career.
According to individuals who talked with the Washington Post, Obama has been actively involved in strategic discussions, receiving calls from a number of anxious Democrats. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) is among those who have made such calls. People with knowledge of these private meetings, commenting on the condition of anonymity, emphasized Obama’s involvement and honest sharing of views about the challenges Biden faces.