Former US President Joe Biden has spoken out against his successor, Donald Trump, criticizing his performance during the first 100 days in office. In an interview with ABC News, Biden stated, “He’s had the worst 100 days any president’s ever had. And I would not say honesty has been his strong point.” These comments come after the traditional three-month period of limited public criticism from political opponents of the sitting US president has ended.
Biden also expressed his disappointment, though not surprise, at the loss of Democratic nominee Kamala Harris to Trump in the 2024 presidential election. He attributed her loss to sexism and racism, saying, “They went the sexist route… I’ve never seen quite as successful and consistent a campaign undercutting the notion that a woman couldn’t lead the country – and a woman of mixed race.” Biden’s remarks highlight the contentious nature of the election and the challenges faced by Harris during her campaign.
When asked if he believed he could have beaten Trump in the 2024 election, Biden confidently replied, “I do.” He argued that the outcome of the election was far from certain, citing the narrow victories Trump secured in key battleground states such as Michigan, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Arizona, and Wisconsin. Biden’s assertion suggests that he believes his own candidacy could have yielded a different result.
Biden also addressed speculation surrounding his cognitive decline, which was widely reported in the final year of his! presidency. He strongly denied these claims, saying, “They are wrong… There is nothing to sustain that… I said when I got out of the race, I was still going to be president. I think I did a pretty damn good job the last six months.” Despite his initial defiance, Biden withdrew from the presidential race under pressure from the Democratic leadership, allowing Vice President Harris to become the nominee. She ultimately lost the general election to Trump, with a final Electoral College vote of 312 to 226.
Biden’s comments offer a glimpse into his perspective on the 2024 presidential election and its outcome. His criticism of Trump’s performance and his confidence in his own abilities have sparked interest and debate. As the political landscape continues to evolve, Biden’s remarks will likely be closely watched and analyzed by pundits and the public alike.
