Relations between President Joe Biden and House Democrats appear to have been strained since the president reversed his refusal to pardon his son Hunter Biden.
Several House Democrats told Axios this week that there are already tensions between the commander-in-chief and Democratic lawmakers, but the pardons have pushed many members “over the edge,” a House Democratic leader said. said Axios.
“People are really angry,” said the representative, who spoke on condition of anonymity.
They estimate that “more than 50 percent” of House Democrats are dissatisfied with Biden's sweeping December 1 policies. forgiveness For Hunter, his repeated actions claimed he won't make it.
Rep. Greg Landsman (D-Ohio) chose to speak on the record and said “I don't think it's great” when asked about the relationship between Biden and House Democrats.
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Another source of tension appears to be the perception that Biden cost Democrats the presidential election after continuing his campaign into July.
Rep. Jesús “Chuy” Garcia (D-Ill.) told the paper, “He has taken too long to step down, which has prevented Vice President Harris from having the most impactful campaign. I think there is a widespread recognition that things have become extremely difficult.”
“Part of the frustration with Harris' loss has to do with Biden,” said another House Democratic leader.
“Hey, he probably stayed there longer than he should have,” the member added.
Landsman said the president “accomplished a lot” during his time in office, but there were “legitimate questions about whether he should have served one term and ended it” and that Biden should discuss the pardon decision. and added, “With people other than your family.”
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A third senior House Democrat acknowledged to Axios that “there is certainly some tension” about the pardon, which comes just before the younger Biden faces. sentencing According to the Associated Press, on suspicion of using a firearm.
Yet another congressman cited Biden's lie about not forgiving his son and his son, adding, “I have a lot of frustration with Biden's reversal of attitude.” 2020 vows Become a “bridge” to secure The success of the new Democrats.
“I’m pulling back from Biden right now,” the 5th House Democratic congressman told Axios when asked about the president.
Still another lamented how much the drama had hurt Biden.
“There are certainly frustrations with the Biden administration. The most frustrating thing in some ways is that some of us really love Joe Biden,” a source told Axios. “And I was like, 'Why do I have to go out like this?'”
