It looks like President Biden is struggling to keep his grip on the reins these days—literally.
During a live press conference on Friday, Biden had a bit of an awkward moment when he appeared to “hush” Vice President Kamala Harris as she attempted to interject. The event was supposed to be focused on the government’s response to Hurricanes Milton and Helene, but instead, the exchange between Biden and Harris stole the spotlight. Biden, in typical fashion, fumbled a bit and referred to his Energy Secretary, Jennifer Granholm, as his “boss” before awkwardly cutting off Harris with a dismissive “Hang on, madame Vice President.”
But it didn’t end there. As he wrapped up, Biden handed the floor to Harris with what seemed like a bit of a backhanded comment, saying, “I’ll yield to the President… I mean, the Vice President.” Was that just another Biden gaffe? Maybe. But it sure felt like a subtle jab at Harris, especially given the rumors swirling about tension between the two. After all, this isn’t the first time we’ve seen Biden’s dynamic with Harris raise eyebrows.
Biden, fresh off his decision to bow out of the 2024 race after a disastrous debate against Trump, seems to be licking his wounds. And let’s not forget that Harris stepping in as the Democratic nominee wasn’t exactly a smooth transition. Reports of behind-the-scenes friction have been persistent, with insiders hinting that Biden’s departure wasn’t just about performance—it was about pressure. And who was at the center of that pressure? His own vice president.
Even former President Trump hasn’t shied away from stirring the pot, stating in a recent debate that “Biden hates his own vice president.” And let’s face it, it’s hard to ignore the uncomfortable truth here. Harris, despite being in the spotlight as the Democratic nominee, has struggled to build momentum, especially with a divided party that’s still reeling from Biden’s exit.
BREAKING: Tensions are reportedly rising between Kamala Harris’s and Joe Biden’s camps, with some on Harris’s team saying that top White House aides aren’t sufficiently coordinating Biden’s messaging and schedule to align with what’s best for the vice president’s campaign. pic.twitter.com/4EGgkCmFQu
— Leading Report (@LeadingReport) October 13, 2024
Harris’s team is trying to put on a brave face, brushing off poll numbers that show little improvement despite her efforts. But with Election Day looming and tight battleground states hanging in the balance, the cracks in the Democratic camp are becoming harder to ignore. The Biden-Harris relationship seems to be just the tip of the iceberg as Democrats scramble to present a united front in a race that’s far from locked down.
🚨 CNN ANALYST: Woah… Kamala Harris is having the worst performance among black men in DECADES. She is doing worse than Obama, Clinton AND Biden. The bottom line is: Harris is putting in a historically weak performance with black men. pic.twitter.com/EtLB8lKx1a
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) October 14, 2024
As Harris continues to battle dwindling enthusiasm, Trump’s 2016-like surge on Election Day isn’t just a memory; it’s a very real possibility. The Democrats’ internal strife isn’t doing Harris any favors, and the longer these gaffes and awkward moments pile up, the tougher it’ll be to convince voters she’s the one to lead them forward.