The Democratic Party finds itself in a precarious position as concerns about President Joe Biden’s cognitive health continue to gain traction. Mainstream media is beginning to acknowledge these issues, and the call for Biden to step aside is growing louder. However, the dilemma for Democrats is that Biden remains resolute in his decision to run, and potential replacements aren’t projected to perform any better.
One name that often comes up as a possible replacement is Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. Pritzker has been a prominent supporter of Biden, particularly after the debate mishap. Yet, even Pritzker seems to be grappling with the situation, as evidenced by a recent hot mic incident during a crime-fighting event in Chicago.
Top Biden surrogate J.B. Pritzker caught on a hot mic: “Gotta do what we have to do. I don’t like where we are, but…”
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“I mean, we’re just going to keep fighting. I don’t know what to say. You know, got to do what we have to do,” Pritzker told someone at the event. “I don’t like where we are,” he admitted. This candid moment highlights the internal conflict within the party. Pritzker’s spokesperson later confirmed to NBC Chicago that he was referring to the ongoing discussions about Biden’s candidacy.
This revelation underscores the confusion and dissatisfaction simmering behind the scenes, even among Biden’s staunchest allies. George Clooney, in his op-ed, also mentioned Pritzker as a potential replacement while urging Biden to step aside.
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Chicago Democrats canceled Pudding Brain’s fundraiser, and Governor Pritzker was caught on a hot mic saying, ‘I don’t like where we are,’ about the presidential race.”
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A major concern for the Democrats is the potential fallout from the debate debacle, especially regarding donor support. The party is facing the risk of donors pulling back, which could lead to a significant funding shortfall. This issue has already manifested, as a planned fundraiser in Chicago was canceled due to uncertainty about Biden’s campaign.
Pritzker attempted to downplay the situation, stating, “I honestly think the president is doing a fine job of raising money. You see all the money that they’ve raised online for the Biden-Harris campaign. I know of fundraisers that are ongoing. So any rumor that you may have heard about something like that, I think, is overblown.”
Despite his reassurances, the reality appears grim. Reports indicate that Biden’s fundraising efforts have faltered, with major donors stepping back.
