Biden’s weak closing statement is the nail in the coffin

Published June 28, 2024 12:07pm ET



President Joe Biden‘s closing statement in the presidential debate was representative of his objectively awful performance.

Though there were certainly some confrontational moments earlier in the debate, Biden shockingly decided not to attack former President Donald Trump in his closing statement. Despite his divisive nature, Biden opted to discuss the tax system, Trump’s proposed tariffs, and Medicare. There were no comments about abortion, Trump’s character, Jan. 6, or other cultural issues that Biden could have weaponized.

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