President Joe Biden faced criticism from Democrats following his interview with ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos, with some describing his political situation as “doomed” or a “disaster.” Rep. Angie Craig of Minnesota became the first front-line member to call for Biden to step aside for the next generation of leadership. Other Democrats are also considering breaking their silence on his political future. Biden’s refusal to take a cognitive test raised concerns among some lawmakers, with one House Democrat arguing that action must be taken, including potentially choosing a different nominee. Despite this backlash, the Biden campaign defended the interview, stating that the president showed he can answer tough questions. On the other hand, several high-profile Democrats who are potential future presidential contenders have expressed support for Biden, including governors Gavin Newsom, Gretchen Whitmer, and Wes Moore. Rep. Nanette Barragán of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus also defended Biden, saying he handled the tough interview well. However, the pressure is mounting on Biden from within his party, with predictions that there will be more calls for him to step aside in the coming days. Many Democrats are concerned about Biden’s ability to defeat former President Donald Trump in the upcoming election and are considering alternative options.
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