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Dems maintain they’re 'looking forward' as questions about Biden loom

Last updated: May 14, 2025 2:24 pm
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Democrats Face Biden’s Declining Health Amidst Party Challenges

Once thought to be a distant memory, President Joe Biden has reentered the political spotlight as fresh concerns about his mental and physical health emerge, forcing Democrats to confront uncomfortable truths about their performance in the last election cycle. The timing couldn’t be more critical, as the party attempts to rally against a Republican megabill that threatens to decimate Medicaid benefits while implementing sweeping tax cuts.

“This conversation is long overdue. Whether it’s helpful or not, we can’t avoid it,” remarked Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), who previously suggested that Biden should step aside from the ticket. The gravity of Biden’s condition has not only overshadowed Democratic efforts to pivot away from last year’s electoral disappointments but has also sparked a sense of urgency among lawmakers to recalibrate their focus.

In a series of discussions with over two dozen Democratic legislators, many responded to inquiries about Biden’s campaign missteps and cognitive lapses with heavy sighs, opting instead for optimistic reframing. The prevalent sentiment was a desire to look forward—toward combating Donald Trump and regaining control of Congress—rather than dwelling on past failures, signaling the delicate balancing act the party must perform.

After the dismal outcome of Kamala Harris’ campaign against Trump, many Democrats had tiptoed around the topic of Biden’s influence on the ticket, often praising Harris while sidestepping the implications of Biden’s shortcomings. However, the party currently seeks to redirect attention elsewhere.

“We need our energy focused on our priorities for the future, not on the past,” stated Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz.), emphasizing that revisiting these issues is counterproductive. Top Democratic leaders, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, echoed this sentiment during press conferences, insisting that their gaze is firmly fixed on future challenges.

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Despite the insistence on looking ahead, the party’s challenges remain omnipresent. As they grapple with unfavorable media narratives and a forthcoming book examining their earlier missteps, the Democratic National Committee finds itself embroiled in internal disputes. These conflicts include a rogue impeachment effort led by Representative Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.) and scrutiny surrounding Senator John Fetterman’s performance.

Some party members have cautiously welcomed the renewed discussions about Biden, wary that the party has yet to fully address the ramifications of last year’s electoral defeat. Tensions from last year’s campaign period resurfaced during a White House Christmas party, where one lawmaker expressed affection for Harris while Biden humorously inquired, “Well, do you love me, too?”

Today, a faction of Democrats believes that the party needs to learn from its previous blunders as it heads into the 2024 elections. “Joe Biden clearly wasn’t able to deliver the message we needed in 2024,” noted Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.). “Why did it take so long for us to recognize that and make necessary changes? This conversation is essential.”

Representative Seth Moulton (D-Mass.), who has long advocated for Biden to step aside, acknowledged that confronting their failures is crucial for future success. “While I’m focused on the future, I’m concerned that there’s still a lot of denial about how badly we’ve lost,” he remarked, highlighting the cognitive dissonance within the party regarding their electoral performance.

Conversely, some members, like Representative Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.), admitted that while Biden may have lost some of his vigor, it’s not necessarily a death sentence for the party’s electoral ambitions. “It’s one of those things that happens in all aspects of life,” Cleaver stated. “It’s unfortunate but not catastrophic.”

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Yet, this perspective is not the prevailing view among Democrats, who are increasingly eager to shift public attention away from Biden’s issues and toward the GOP’s controversial megabill. The legislation presents a unifying opportunity for Democrats to align against the Republican agenda, covering over any ideological rifts on taxes, immigration, and entitlements.

“We have more pressing matters to discuss,” remarked Representative Betty McCollum (D-Minn.), a stark contrast to her previous stance, when she was among many calling for Biden to step down last year. Others see this situation as a chance to critique the GOP. “There’s nothing more unifying than watching Republicans attempt to dismantle healthcare and destroy our economy,” declared Representative Hillary Scholten (D-Mich.). “These discussions are vital to reinforcing our core values.”

Andrew Howard contributed to this report.

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