Biden Presser Resolves Nothing

Published: Fri, 07/12/24

Updated: Tue, 07/16/24

At the NATO Summit, the President emphasized his commitment to finishing his term and re-election, addressing issues like war and inflation, despite gaffes like calling Harris “Trump" and Zelenskyy “Putin."Insert Preheader


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Biden Presser Resolves Nothing

Associated Press

Biden emphasized his commitment to finishing his term and re-election, addressing issues like war and inflation, despite gaffes like calling Harris “Trump" and Zelenskyy “Putin."

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Obama, Pelosi Privately Concerned

CNN

Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi have privately expressed concerns about Biden's ability to win in 2024, with Dems urging them to help resolve party turmoil and persuade Biden to step aside.

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"Ladies & Gentlemen, President Putin"

USA Today

At the NATO summit, President Biden mistakenly introduced Ukrainian President Zelenskyy as "President Putin," quickly correcting himself and amid concerns about his age.

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Deluge of Calls To Get Out Are Coming

Axios

Many House Democrats are expected to urge Biden to exit the 2024 race regardless of his performance at the NATO press conference, as concerns about his candidacy grow.

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Advisers Try To Convince Biden

The New York Times

Some Biden advisers are discussing how to convince him to step aside from the race, believing he cannot beat Trump, despite the president's confidence and strong denials from his team.

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Biden Now Polling on Harris' Viability

ABC News

The Biden campaign is polling Kamala Harris' strength against Trump, showing her leading 49-46% among all adults and 49-47% among registered voters, amid calls for Biden to step aside.

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Milwaukee Station Edited Biden Interview

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Civic Media agreed to make two edits to an interview with President Biden at his campaign's request, acknowledging the decision fell short of "journalistic interview standards."

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63% Say Both Are "Embarrassing"

Pew Research Center

A Pew survey shows 63% of voters find both Biden and Trump embarrassing, with 68% dissatisfied with their choices and Biden's mental sharpness in question, contributing to Trump's lead.

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Angry and Stunned Dems Blame Staff

CNN

Frustrated Democrats criticize Biden’s staff for concealing his decline and orchestrating events to avoid unscripted moments, heightening concerns about his re-election viability.

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Obama Didn't Try To Stop Clooney

Rolling Stone

According to a report from Politico, before hitting publish, Clooney reached out to Obama to give him notice about the article, and the former president did not raise a hand to stop him.

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Inside That Hollywood Fundraiser

The Wall Street Journal

George Clooney, after hosting a high-profile fundraiser for Biden, has joined calls for Biden to step down as the Democratic nominee, marking a shift among Hollywood supporters.

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The Battle of the Surrogates

Politico

Top Democratic surrogates, including Governors Gavin Newsom and JB Pritzker, are positioning for a potential 2028 presidential run while publicly supporting Biden's 2024 reelection.

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Trump Legal Troubles Just Got Smaller

The Intelligencer

Elie Honig argues that Trump's legal issues have diminished, with cases delayed until after the election and the SCOTUS immunity ruling complicating potential convictions.

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Post Endorses Burgum for VP

New York Post

The New York Post suggests Doug Burgum as Trump’s best VP choice to cement a historic legacy due to his extensive business experience and effective governance.

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Is It Fraud To Say "Self-Driving"?

The Washington Post

Tesla is under investigation by the DOJ, California DMV, and the SEC for potentially fraudulent claims that its "Full Self-Driving" cars are fully autonomous.

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"Shining's" Shelley Duvall Passes

The Hollywood Reporter

Shelley Duvall, known for her roles in 'The Shining' and multiple Robert Altman films, as well as her work in children's TV, passed away at 75 from complications related to diabetes.

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Belichick To Broadcast Booth

NFL

Bill Belichick joins 'Inside the NFL' on The CW Network for the 2024 season, bringing his extensive football knowledge to the show alongside Ryan Clark, Chris Long, and Chad Johnson.

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Un-Natural Surprises

Smerconish.com

UCLA Professor Daniel Blumstein presents a scenario in which interconnected threats—from climate change and mega-storms to nuclear risks and their humanitarian impacts—could influence the election.

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Philly's Johnny Doc Gets 6 Years

The Philadelphia Inquirer

John Dougherty, a prominent Philadelphia labor leader, was sentenced to six years in federal prison for bribing former City Councilmember Bobby Henon and embezzling union funds.

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Almost 1/2 Cancer Cases Are Avoidable

American Cancer Society

New research indicates that four in ten cancer cases and half of all adult cancer deaths in the U.S. could be avoided by addressing modifiable risk factors like smoking, obesity, and poor diet.

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Mick Jagger Booed for Trudeau Support

For the Left

The Stones singer was booed in Vancouver for praising Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, but the crowd cheered when he congratulated the Canadian soccer team on the semi-finals. 

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IDF Acknowledges 10/7 Failures

For the Right

The Israeli military admitted to failings in defending Kibbutz Beeri from Hamas attacks on Oct. 7, citing "severe mistakes and errors" without holding individual commanders accountable. 

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