Democratic Infighting Escalates as Pressure Mounts on Biden to Exit Race

Facing growing resistance within his own party, President Biden's political future hangs in the balance. Key Democrats, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, express concerns and call for transparency amid speculation over the possibility of Biden withdrawing from the race.

In a highly charged political climate, the Democratic Party grapples with internal strife as former White House press secretary Ari Fleischer raises the alarm that President Biden's potential departure could ignite a "full-on rebellion" within the party.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a prominent member of the progressive wing of the party, has emerged as a vocal critic of fellow Democrats who have privately expressed doubts about Biden's fitness to lead. In a fiery Instagram Live video, Ocasio-Cortez condemned such anonymous attacks, accusing her colleagues of acting in a cowardly manner.

Democratic Infighting Escalates as Pressure Mounts on Biden to Exit Race

"If you have an opinion, say it with your chest and say it in public," Ocasio-Cortez declared. "I'm not coming for the people who have made a public statement and put their name on it.... I'm talking about people who are too scared to say what they want to say in public, but somehow not afraid to say what they want to say to a journalist so long as they promise not to use their name. That's a bunch of horses---."

Ocasio-Cortez's comments come amid mounting pressure on Biden, with several House Democrats openly calling for him to drop out of the race. The progressive congresswoman has vigorously defended Biden's candidacy, arguing that he remains the best choice to face off against former President Donald Trump, whom she has denounced as a "neo-Nazi."

Democratic Infighting Escalates as Pressure Mounts on Biden to Exit Race

"I'm pretty sure a lot of people knew that the president is old. The president is very old. Donald Trump is also very old and a racist and a neo-Nazi. But anyways, I'm not going to talk about Trump right now," Ocasio-Cortez said.

The divisions within the Democratic Party have been exacerbated by concerns over Biden's performance in the first presidential debate. While Ocasio-Cortez acknowledged that Biden's performance was lacking, she emphasized that it did not alter the overall sentiment towards him among voters.

Democratic Infighting Escalates as Pressure Mounts on Biden to Exit Race

Ocasio-Cortez's outspoken support for Biden has drawn criticism from some within her own party, who have questioned her judgment and accused her of being out of touch with mainstream Democrats. However, Ocasio-Cortez has remained坚定, calling for unity and a united front against Trump.

"I have spoken to the president over the weekend. I have spoken with him extensively. He made clear then, and he has made clear since, that he is in this race," Ocasio-Cortez told reporters. "The matter is closed. He had reiterated that this morning. He has reiterated that to the public. Joe Biden is our nominee. He is not leaving this race. He is in this race and I support him."

As the Democratic primary intensifies, it remains to be seen whether Biden can quell the growing dissent within his own party. The fate of his presidency and the future of the Democratic Party may rest on his ability to rally support and silence his critics.