Staff Reports
Old Joe Biden has once again taken a page from the book of dramatic exits, announcing his withdrawal from the presidential race on social media. The timing couldn’t be more fitting in the age of tweets and selfies, making one wonder if the fate of a presidency can really be decided in a 280-character message. His endorsement of Kamala Harris for the nomination followed swiftly after, leading to a predictable stampede of Democratic figures rallying behind her—except, of course, for the notable absence of Barack Obama. As the dust starts to settle on this unexpected turn of events, one major question lingers: did he actually step out, or is this an elaborate magic act?
The manner of Biden’s departure seems tailor-made for confusion. On the fateful Sunday afternoon, the tweet came at precisely 1:46 p.m. EDT, featuring a letter claiming that it was in the best interests of both his party and the nation for him to bow out gracefully. It is quite the spectacle for a president to essentially say, “I’m out” while sitting comfortably in his beach house. The real kicker? While all this was happening, Biden was apparently battling COVID. This virus has undeniably lost most of its power, but whose timing for him suggests a drop-out strategy that rivals some of the best Hollywood plot twists.
Where's Joe? What's Going On? Is Any of This Really Happening? https://t.co/TF5HGgxw1U pic.twitter.com/nnXhtN6YZD
— Janie Johnson – America is Exceptional (@jjauthor) July 22, 2024
Historically speaking, presidents like Lyndon Johnson and Richard Nixon have chosen much more public avenues to announce their departures. Whether by live television or commanding speeches, those leaders did not just hide behind a screen while the world wondered where they had vanished. The question of Biden’s visibility becomes paramount, as the White House has revealed little about his health or whereabouts. Shouldn’t the American public expect to see their president making such a significant announcement in person? Or did he simply faint from the pressure of more bad news?
This situation raises the eyebrows of many, especially when considering Biden’s mental acuity. The jokes have been flying—will he even remember that he “resigned” when he eventually wakes from whatever nap he took next? It’s all somewhat comical, given the backdrop of an administration that has been criticized for a lack of transparency and seems to operate more by whispers than by addressed declarations. Amidst these rumors and jokes, the public finds themselves asking if the actual president is in command or if unseen puppeteers are pulling the strings from behind the curtain.
To add an extra layer of intrigue, the letter announcing his withdrawal is reportedly on personal stationery rather than official White House letterhead. Some have speculated that this is merely a reflection of the so-called “rules” that Biden seems so keen to uphold, but doesn’t it make one question the authenticity of the announcement? As speculation runs rampant about the true nature of Biden’s capabilities and decision-making powers, the American people deserve clarity. Until Biden makes a real appearance, the nagging questions loom larger: Can he truly remain in office until January 20, or is this yet another charade? In a world where leaders are pushed aside in dark alleys and swept under the rug, the heartland must brace itself and demand to see the man who once held the keys to power—not just a letter on a social media platform.
