They want him gone.
President Joe Biden is preparing to deliver a speech this weekend, strategically coinciding with the third anniversary of the Jan. 6 insurrection, where he will position former President Donald Trump as a significant threat to the democratic principles of the nation. The upcoming address, set against the backdrop of the impending presidential election, aims to underscore the critical nature of this moment, shaping up to resemble a rematch of the 2020 contest.
In a recent communication with reporters about the forthcoming event, campaign officials employed stark language to caution against the potential consequences of a Trump victory. Michael Tyler, the communications director, emphasized the likelihood of Trump utilizing his authority to systematically dismantle and erode the fabric of democracy if he were to secure victory in November. Campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the campaign’s core message: the urgency of the situation and the necessity to run the campaign as though the fate of democracy hinges upon it—because, in their view, it truly does.
Biden is slated to deliver his remarks in the vicinity of Valley Forge, an iconic site from the Revolutionary War era where George Washington galvanized troops toward a united army in the late 1770s. The choice of this historic location is intended to underscore the enduring importance of democratic values, for which countless individuals have fought and sacrificed throughout American history.
Quentin Fulks, a deputy campaign manager, highlighted the thematic significance of Biden’s location, emphasizing the enduring relevance of democracy and freedom, ideals that have bound the nation together since its inception. Additionally, campaign officials emphasized their belief that Trump’s perceived threat to democracy has escalated since the last election, with Chavez Rodriguez expressing concerns about the deepening peril Trump poses to American democratic principles.
In a potentially juxtaposed moment, Trump is planning two campaign events on the same day, setting the stage for a contrast between their messages and approaches. Looking ahead, Biden plans to deliver campaign remarks at the Mother Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina, the site of a tragic mass shooting perpetrated by a white supremacist in 2015. Fulks underscored the significance of combating political violence and standing resolutely against such acts, referencing events like the Charlottesville rally and the January 6 insurrection as pivotal moments in this ongoing struggle.
The NBC News poll released recently suggests a tight hypothetical race between Biden and Trump, with 44% in favor of Biden and 46% in favor of Trump—a margin within the poll’s margin of error. Additionally, Biden’s approval rating has dipped to 40%, marking the lowest point of his presidency.
