


Biden Addresses Harris' Loss and Trump's Victory in Recent Interview
Former President Biden discusses responsibility for Trump's victory and highlights sexism in Harris' electoral defeat, while defending his record and cognitive abilities.
Overview
In a recent interview, former President Joe Biden took responsibility for President Trump’s election victory while defending his actions and late campaign exit. He cited sexism and racism in the electoral defeat of Vice President Harris, expressing hope for her future in politics. Biden, who faced a significant debate loss against Trump in June 2024, claimed he could have won if he had remained in the race. He criticized Trump’s presidency and emphasized that voter turnout affected the election outcome, asserting that Covid-19 had a 'phenomenal negative impact' on perceptions of leadership.
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Joe Biden attributed Kamala Harris' electoral loss to sexism and racism, stating that critics went the sexist route by questioning whether a woman, especially a woman of mixed race, could lead the country.
Biden defended his cognitive abilities amid allegations of decline, stating there was "nothing to sustain" claims about his mental decline and rejecting concerns over his age as a significant issue.
Biden took responsibility for Trump’s victory, acknowledging it was during his time in charge, and he criticized Trump's early presidency as divisive.
Jill Biden defended her husband’s presidency against scrutiny regarding his age and performance, standing by his record.
Joe Biden expressed hope for Kamala Harris' future and noted that she has a difficult decision to make about what she is going to do next, indicating ongoing support and guidance from him.
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