As President Biden’s time in office approaches its conclusion, the anticipation mounts around potential questions he might face should he decide to hold a press conference, a rarity during his presidency.
Here are some critical questions that insiders might pose to the President:
1. Why did you choose to continue your presidency despite your earlier pledge to allow new leadership in the Democratic Party?
Critics within the Democratic Party argue that President Biden’s age and the challenging economic landscape have hindered the party’s chances for re-election.
Biden previously described himself as a “bridge” leader in the 2020 Democratic primary, indicating a desire to foster new talent in leadership roles. However, he has not publicly clarified his decision-making regarding a second term. It’s speculated that only after severe setbacks in his campaign did he commit to running again.
At 82 years old, Biden holds the record as the oldest sitting president in U.S. history.
2. Do you regret not addressing border challenges more decisively during your presidency?
In the early days of his administration, Biden faced significant challenges with the influx of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border, which became a political burden. His administration later adopted stricter policies in response to Republican criticisms.
3. You’ve pointed out the politicization of your son Hunter Biden’s legal challenges. Do you see similar politicization in the legal issues faced by former President Trump?
Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter, who faced tax fraud and gun charges, has drawn mixed reactions, prompting discussions around the integrity of the judicial system in high-profile cases.
4. Having described Donald Trump as a threat to democracy, do you still believe that is the case?
Despite past criticisms, Biden’s cordial meeting with Trump post-election left some observers puzzled, especially given the turbulent transition marked by Trump’s refusal to concede the election results.
5. Given his previous presidency, why do you think many Americans are still drawn to Donald Trump?
Biden’s historic victory in 2020 ended the Trump era, but failure to extend that victory into a second term for himself or another Democrat may revitalize Trump’s influence within the party.
6. Why has the U.S. not elected a woman president yet, especially when other countries have?
Throughout American history, female candidates have faced significant hurdles, with recent elections highlighting the continued challenges women encounter in reaching the presidency.
7. Post-Biden, who do you envision as the future leader of the Democratic Party?
The 2028 election presents an open opportunity following Biden and Trump’s limitations, raising questions about who will emerge as the face of the Democratic Party in the future.
Biden has previously highlighted Vice President Harris as a potential successor, but the party’s direction remains uncertain.
8. Reflecting on your extensive career, what do you consider your greatest achievement?
Throughout his lengthy political career, Biden has played a crucial role in significant legislation, including the Violence Against Women Act, and his leadership as Vice President during the Obama administration was pivotal in navigating governmental roadblocks.
As President, Biden’s administration has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic and made strides in infrastructure, yet economic challenges, including inflation, overshadow these successes as the country approaches the 2024 election.
With increasing costs and a wave of negative sentiment towards the administration’s handling of issues, Biden’s age and public perception will heavily influence how his legacy is viewed in the coming years.
