Biden's Inner Circle Silent After 'Disastrous' Debate Performance

President Biden's close confidants have remained notably absent following the widely panned presidential debate, leaving the incumbent Democrat to face mounting calls for his replacement as the party's candidate.

President Biden's inner circle has gone into hiding following the "embarrassing" and "disastrous" performance by the incumbent Democrat during Thursday's presidential debate. Biden was widely criticized by media figures and politicians immediately after the debate for his weak voice, old appearance, and failure to convince Americans he has the stamina and ability to serve another four years in the White House.

Fox News Digital reached out to some of Biden's closest confidants for their response to calls for him to be replaced as the party's presidential candidate, but none stepped up to defend the president or offer any reaction to the debate.

Biden's Inner Circle Silent After 'Disastrous' Debate Performance

The list of Biden's inner circle that has so far also not made any public comment following the debate includes:

* Former White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain, who led debate preparations

Biden's Inner Circle Silent After 'Disastrous' Debate Performance

* Klain's successor, Jeff Zients

* Senior campaign advisor Anita Dunn

Biden's Inner Circle Silent After 'Disastrous' Debate Performance

* National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan

* Counselor to the President Steven Richetti

Biden's Inner Circle Silent After 'Disastrous' Debate Performance

Each were part of the group of at least 16 current and former aides assisting with Biden's debate preparations, which took place over a period of a week at Camp David in Maryland.

Vulnerable Democrats running in tight Senate and House races across the country also stayed silent concerning the debate, and largely didn't respond to Fox News Digital's questions surrounding calls for Biden to step aside.

Biden did, however, get some support from former President Obama, who still admitted he had a "bad" debate. In a message on Twitter, Obama conceded that his former vice president failed to deliver a strong showing for the Democratic Party and the American people.

"Bad debate nights happen. Trust me, I know. But this election is still a choice between someone who has fought for ordinary folks his entire life and someone who only cares about himself," Obama wrote.

He continued to deride former President Trump and prop up Biden, writing, "Between someone who tells the truth; who knows right from wrong and will give it to the American people straight — and someone who lies through his teeth for his own benefit. Last night didn't change that, and it's why so much is at stake in November."

The deafening silence from Biden's inner circle and vulnerable Democrats underscores the growing concern within the party about the president's fitness for office. The debate performance has further eroded public confidence in Biden and raised questions about his ability to lead the country, particularly in the face of a possible economic downturn or international crisis.

The absence of any meaningful defense from Biden's closest allies suggests that they too have lost faith in his ability to win reelection. The silence is also a sign of respect to Biden and a recognition that he must ultimately decide whether to seek a second term.

However, the lack of support from Biden's inner circle and vulnerable Democrats could also be a sign that the party is already preparing for life after Biden. By distancing themselves from the president, these individuals are positioning themselves to take over the leadership of the Democratic Party in the event that Biden decides not to run again or if he loses the election.

The presidential election is still more than six months away, but the "disastrous" debate performance has raised serious questions about Biden's future and the future of the Democratic Party. The silence from Biden's inner circle and vulnerable Democrats speaks volumes about the deep concerns within the party and the possibility of a significant shift in leadership.