The White House is not doing enough to position President Biden and his administration against President-elect Donald Trump and build a solid foundation for the Democratic Party's future after he leaves the Oval Office, according to some in the party. Fighting back against criticism and defending it.
White House Press Secretary Andrew Bates told Fox News Digital that Biden is “valuing every day of his term” and is committed to promoting domestic manufacturing, combating climate change, lowering drug costs and supporting communities. He pointed to efforts to protect Americans from gun violence, improve infrastructure and provide access to justice. Candidates have been confirmed.
“He is setting an example for American democracy, honoring the will of voters and honoring his campaign promises to ensure an orderly transition of power,” Bates added.
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President Biden heads to the Oval Office before pardoning the National Thanksgiving Turkeys, Blossom and Peach, during a ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House on November 25, 2024, in Washington, DC. (Andrew Harnik)
Dissatisfaction with Biden within the party ranges from disappointment with Trump's failure to push back on various nominees to the president's actions against them amid concerns that he would deport undocumented immigrants. This ranges from disappointment that additional protections were not implemented.
“This is one of the most lame lame duck situations we've seen in a Democratic administration,” said Osama Andrabi, a spokesman for the progressive group Justice Democrats.
A Democratic lawmaker close to a senior member said, “There is no leadership coming from the White House.'' “A complete vacuum exists.”
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Another criticism Biden faced during his time as a lame-duck president points to a lack of press conferences and interactions with the media. The outgoing president spoke only seven words to reporters during his nearly two-week post-election overseas trip, during which reporters traveled alongside Biden, according to reporters. Politico.
President Biden (right) pardons the National Thanksgiving Turkey Peach with National Turkey Federation President John Zimmerman and his son Grant during a ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House on November 25, 2024 in Washington, DC. . (Andrew Harnik)
Bates also disputed criticism that Biden hasn't spoken to the press.
“The president has had a number of skirmishes with reporters since the election, criticizing President-elect Trump's policies, including sweeping tariffs that will force American families to pay higher prices for everyday items,” Bates said. said. “He is also actively engaging with a wide range of leaders about the future of the Democratic Party.”
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Although Biden has been sharply criticized, some Democratic members of Congress have come to his defense.
Democratic Sen. Chris Coons of Delaware, a Biden ally, added that Biden believes the party and the American people “have a lot to learn going forward.”
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Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Maryland, added: “There's kind of a tradition of former presidents not really getting involved, and he's moving into that as well.” “So I think he has to be careful.”
