Former President Barack Obama has recently communicated to his allies that he believes President Joe Biden should reconsider his candidacy, according to a report by The Washington Post. Multiple sources briefed on Obama’s thinking were cited.
A source familiar with Obama’s stance told Fox News that the former president views his role primarily as a sounding board and counselor for President Biden, a dynamic they have maintained for many years. The source emphasized that Obama believes Biden has been an excellent president and is protective of both him personally and the Biden administration’s significant achievements.
Despite this, Obama has reportedly only spoken with Biden once since Biden’s poor debate performance last month. According to The Washington Post, Obama has shared serious concerns with his allies about the viability of Biden’s candidacy, while remaining focused on preserving Biden’s legacy.
In his conversations with others, Obama has stressed that the decision to withdraw from the race lies solely with Biden. He has also pushed back against the notion that he has the power to persuade Biden, his former vice president, to step down from his re-election campaign.
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