Vice President Kamala Harris is standing firmly by President Joe Biden, despite his recent public absentees and apparent signs of aging according to The Daily Mail
President Biden's health has deteriorated so badly that he is incapable of making public appearances or engaging in adversarial environments. Biden's debate against former President Donald Trump was so bad that the entire Democrat Party united to push him out of the race.
However, despite all that, Harris has come out and claimed she has full confidence in Biden's abilities which raises questions about why Biden was pushed out if he is healthy enough to serve.
A spokesperson for Harris, Ian Same, has confirmed to Axios that the Vice President "of course" maintains full confidence in Biden's mental capabilities for the presidential role. This stance comes despite various instances where Biden's public appearances have sparked concerns about his health.
President Biden's visible reduction in public engagements, where his activities are reportedly confined to scheduled calls and meetings from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., has led to speculations about his physical and mental health. These changes in his routine are perceived as efforts to avoid potential gaffes that could result in embarrassing headlines. Nonetheless, his involvement continues, albeit within a more controlled environment.
Biden's health remarkably came under scrutiny over the summer following a couple of public appearances that did not go well. Notable amongst these was his shaky performance during a debate and a fundraiser in California, which reportedly led to diminished confidence among Democratic leaders and calls for him not to seek re-election. Consequently, Biden withdrew from the re-election campaign.
This unfolding situation has led Harris to subtly position her campaign under a banner of "a new generation of leadership," aiming to gently pivot from Biden's legacy while maintaining political decorum and unity.
The distance in their public appearances has grown noticeable, with the last prominent joint appearance being at a White House event addressing gun violence on September 26.
Despite the challenges, President Biden attempted an impromptu show of solidarity by making a surprise appearance in the White House press briefing room.
There, he emphatically expressed unity with Harris, marking her as a significant figure in his administration and a key player in all legislative successes during his term. Biden's words, "We're singing from the same song sheet," underscored a mutual commitment to their shared goals.
Recent events saw President Biden deviating from his usual weekend retreat in Delaware, opting instead for a stay at Camp David—an unusual choice that coincided with severe storms in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
His choice not to visit the storm-impacted areas drew sharp criticism from Republicans, who accused him of showing apathy towards the natural disasters by allegedly planning a weekend at the beach. These criticisms intensified when he attended a White House staffer's wedding at Notre Dame University during the same period.
Despite these controversies, Harris maintains a robust campaign trail presence, underscoring the continuity of their administration's work. Biden's comment during a light-hearted moment in another public engagement, "I'm back in!" when jokingly asked about re-entering the race, reflects a momentary jovial defiance to ongoing narratives about his capability.
In a continuity of advocacy, Harris echoes this sentiment by continuously articulating the successes of their tenure.
"She helped pass all of the laws that are being employed now," Biden said during an event, praising Harris's integral role within his administration. This mutual display of support seems to be a strategic attempt to fortify Biden’s legacy while providing Harris the latitude to define her forthcoming leadership narrative.
As Harris marches forward with her campaign under the theme of a new generation, the balance of honoring past achievements with Biden and projecting future independence is pivotal.
This narrative not only supports the continuity of their collaborative accomplishments but also strategically positions Harris for potentially leading the nation.