Dems rip Biden for fumbling main priority in final weeks as Trump steals the spotlight on world stage
SUMMARY
President Joe Biden faces backlash from within his party for his muted presence during his final weeks in office. Critics argue Biden is failing to counter President-elect Donald Trump's assertive post-election actions, which include high-profile meetings with global leaders like French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Trump's proactive approach has overshadowed Biden, leading some Democrats to label him "the lamest of lame ducks." Usamah Andrabi of Justice Democrats called Biden’s inaction "a massive missed opportunity," while New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy urged the party to "fight like hell" against Trump's agenda. Biden has focused on judicial appointments and trips to Brazil and Africa, leaving progressives frustrated by a lack of clear messaging. As Trump’s approval ratings for the transition soar, Democrats fear Biden's reserved approach risks ceding the narrative to Trump and undermining the party's long-term position.
