Biden family says staff to blame for debate performance; Biden staying at Camp David: reports

President Biden’s recent debate performance was less than impressive, and his family is pointing fingers at his staff for the debacle. Reports indicate that the president is taking a break at Camp David, with no plans to return to the White House until Monday night.

During a gathering at Camp David, Biden’s wife, children, and grandchildren encouraged him to stay in the race and keep fighting despite his poor performance in the debate. Some family members expressed dissatisfaction with how his staff prepared him for the event, criticizing them for not adequately training the president to go on the offensive, focus on his vision for the future, and preventing him from becoming overworked.

Specifically, blame was pointed at Anita Dunn, a senior adviser, Bob Bauer, the president’s attorney, and Ron Klain, the former chief of staff. Family members wanted the president to push forward in the campaign rather than end his career after a disastrous debate against Donald Trump.

Despite the criticism, Biden’s family still believes he is the best candidate to defeat the Republican presumptive nominee and serve as president for another term. The president sought advice from his inner circle over the weekend and spoke with Jon Meacham, a trusted confidant, as he boarded Air Force One.

Biden’s granddaughters joined him at fundraising events in New York and New Jersey, showing their support for his campaign. Campaign advisers have been busy contacting major donors to address concerns and prevent defections from the fundraising base.

The campaign scheduled a conference call for its national finance committee to discuss the current situation and reassure donors of the candidate’s viability. Biden’s campaign spokesperson defended the reelection staff, emphasizing their years of experience with the president and his unwavering confidence in them.

However, top Democratic donor John Morgan publicly blamed certain advisers for the debate performance, calling for their removal. Morgan criticized Anita Dunn, Bob Bauer, and Ron Klain, holding them responsible for Biden’s lackluster showing. He likened the situation to sending a prizefighter into a match after spending hours in a sauna, attributing the debate’s outcome solely to the three advisers.

As the campaign faces challenges in the aftermath of the debate, preserving the donor base remains crucial for Biden’s reelection prospects. The president’s family, along with key supporters and advisers, are determined to overcome the setback and push forward with the campaign for another four years.