Biden campaign praises president’s NATO press conference victory

The Biden campaign is basking in the glow of President Biden’s successful NATO press conference, claiming that he not only met expectations but exceeded them. According to a campaign official, Biden’s performance at the conference was exactly what the American people were hoping for, with insightful responses on foreign policy issues such as the Russia-Ukraine War and China.

The campaign believes that Biden’s performance showcased his ability to handle Trump and emphasized the importance of substance over style when it comes to swaying voters. They praised Biden for articulately discussing economic progress under his administration and tackling complex foreign policy topics in a way that Trump cannot.

Despite the positive review, the campaign acknowledges that one night, whether it be a debate or a press conference, will not significantly impact voter sentiment. They plan to ramp up campaigning efforts, including door knocking, phone calls, advertisements, and travel in the coming weeks to connect with voters on a deeper level.

During the press conference, Biden faced questions about potential pressure to step down after a lackluster debate performance the month prior. However, Biden expressed his determination to stay in the race, asserting that he is fit to serve as president for the next four years.

While some Democrats defended Biden’s performance, Republicans pointed out gaffes during the conference, including Biden mistakenly referring to Vice President Kamala Harris as “Vice President Trump” and introducing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as “President Putin.”

The Trump campaign viewed the press conference as a win-win, noting that while Biden may have convinced his supporters to stand by him, the majority of Americans still want him to drop out of the race. A poll released prior to the conference showed that 67% of respondents believe Biden should step down, with 85% considering him too old for a second term.

Despite the calls for him to exit the race, Biden remains defiant and has seen a surge in donations following the NATO conference. The campaign reported a significant increase in grassroots donations and pushed back against criticism of Biden’s gaffes by highlighting Trump’s past missteps on the campaign trail.

Overall, the Biden campaign is confident in their candidate’s ability to connect with voters and remains focused on engaging with the American people in the lead-up to the election.