Biden's Disastrous Debate Performance Sparks Urgent Meetings with Democratic Leaders

President Biden is reportedly meeting with Democratic Party leaders after his disastrous first debate appearance, which has raised concerns about his ability to lead the party to victory in 2024.

President Biden is reportedly meeting with Democratic Party leaders in the aftermath of his disastrous first debate appearance against former President Trump.

Dougie Kass, fund manager of Seabreeze Capital Partners LP and a Democratic National Committee insider, said a meeting is being arranged between the president and two Democratic heavyweights.

Biden's Disastrous Debate Performance Sparks Urgent Meetings with Democratic Leaders

"What I am hearing regarding Joe Biden. Ron Klain and Barack Obama are having a sit down with the President today. Jill Biden is insistent that Joe runs," Kass claimed via social media Friday. "Kamala is furious that she is not being considered as a replacement (Whitmer and Newsom are)."

Kass added, "Interestingly, my neighbor in East Hampton is hosting the Bidens tomorrow. It will be an important tell if the fundraiser is canceled."

Biden's Disastrous Debate Performance Sparks Urgent Meetings with Democratic Leaders

The hedge fund manager's claim of Democratic leadership meetings comes after Biden's universally panned debate against former President Trump Thursday night.

With a raspy voice and delivering rambling answers, Biden struggled during portions of Thursday night's debate. He also lost his train of thought several times, raising concerns among his closest allies in politics and in the media.

Biden's Disastrous Debate Performance Sparks Urgent Meetings with Democratic Leaders

First Lady Jill Biden congratulated her husband like a child after the debate, saying, "You answered all the questions."

Some strategists have suggested the Democratic Party must act quickly to replace Biden before his nomination is made official in August.

Vice President Kamala Harris has been largely ruled out as a potential replacement due to her unpopularity with voters. California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer have previously been floated as potential last-minute replacements.

Biden's debate performance has also raised questions about his mental fitness for office. During the debate, he appeared confused and disoriented, and he was unable to answer some of the questions posed to him.

Some former Obama administration officials have expressed concern about Biden's health, and they have suggested that he may not be able to handle the demands of the presidency.

Biden's age has also been a factor in concerns about his ability to serve as president. At 80 years old, he is the oldest president in American history.

If Biden were to be replaced as the Democratic nominee, it would be an unprecedented move. No major party has ever replaced its nominee after the convention has been held.

However, the Democratic Party is facing a difficult election in 2024. Trump is a formidable opponent, and the party is concerned that Biden may not be able to defeat him.

If the Democratic Party does decide to replace Biden, it will have to do so quickly. The convention is scheduled to be held in August, and the party will need to find a replacement who is qualified and acceptable to the voters.