In a recent interview with The New Yorker, Rep. Nancy Pelosi of California expressed her reservations about President Joe Biden’s political operation, admitting that she was not impressed by his performance during the June debate with Donald Trump. Pelosi was shocked by Biden’s appearance and confused state during the debate, leading her to believe that the Biden campaign would not be able to secure a victory. Despite her long-standing friendship with Biden, Pelosi felt the need to ensure that a Republican nominee would not take office in 2024.
Following the debate, Pelosi had conversations with Biden and other senior Democrats about the situation, but she did not disclose specific details. On June 21, Biden announced that he would not seek reelection and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate for the next election. Despite her concerns about Biden’s political operation, Pelosi praised him for successfully negotiating the release of 24 prisoners from Russia, which she described as a masterful achievement.
Pelosi emphasized the importance of preventing Trump from returning to the White House, suggesting that Biden’s legacy would be at risk if that were to happen. Overall, Pelosi remains supportive of Biden while also acknowledging the challenges and decisions that need to be made in the political landscape.
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