Internet trolls ‘senile’ Biden for skipping traditional Super Bowl interview as POTUS’ campaign defends decision

WASHINGTON, DC: President Joe Biden's decision to break tradition by abstaining from the traditional presidential pre-Super Bowl interview has sparked debate and criticism, with some questioning the motives behind the move.

While Biden's team defended the decision as an effort to allow viewers to focus solely on the game, the President's absence from the pre-game spotlight has raised eyebrows and elicited a wave of reactions from the public.

Addressing 'shrinkflation' in snack items

In a departure from the norm, Biden opted to release a message addressing the issue of "shrinkflation" in popular snack foods, which has become a growing concern for consumers. In a 48-second video seemingly shot in the White House family theater, Biden expressed his thoughts on the trend of shrinking portion sizes while prices remain the same.

"If you're anything like me, you like to be surrounded by a snack or two while watching the big game," Biden said, adding, "When buying snacks for the game, you might have noticed one thing – portion sizes are smaller… they're still charging just as much."

The President's message resonated with some viewers who have noticed the phenomenon firsthand, but it also drew criticism from those who attribute inflation and rising prices to Biden's policies.

Despite the White House's attempts to downplay the significance of Biden's absence from the Super Bowl interview, questions linger about the President's willingness to engage with the public and address pressing issues.

Mitch Landrieu, Biden's campaign co-chair, defended the decision during an appearance on NBC News on Sunday, February 11, stating that viewers prefer to enjoy the game without political interference.

"Was it a mistake for him not to do the Super Bowl interview, to miss talking to as many as 60 million people?" 'Meet the Press' host Kristen Welker asked Landrieu.

"No, I don't think so," he responded. "I think people really want to watch the Super Bowl tonight and think about football. They don't want to hear from a politician. So I think he made the right choice for himself at this time."

Internet calls out Biden for skipping Super Bowl interview

However, critics argue that Biden's avoidance of media exposure raises concerns about transparency and accountability. The commander-in-chief was trolled on social media after his campaign tried to justify his absence from the Super Bowl interview.

"Joe Biden couldn't do a Super Bowl interview because it would have been passed (sic) his bedtime, but he did have time to post a propaganda video hoping you won't realize shrinkflation is a result of inflation courtesy of Bidenomics," one posted on X.

"Not the brightest bulb in the bunch now is he," another wrote.

"Biden probably thinks the Super Bowl is a giant hot-fudge sundae," someone else quipped.

"They can't let senile Biden speak off the cuff for obvious reasons," another added.

The decision to not participate in the pre-Super Bowl interview for the second consecutive year has not gone unnoticed, particularly as Biden gears up for a tough reelection battle, the Daily Mail reported.

Trump offers to replace Biden in Super Bowl interview

While the White House provided no further explanation for the decision, former President Donald Trump wasted no time in seizing the opportunity to criticize Biden and offer to replace him in the interview.

"Crooked Joe Biden has just announced that he will not be doing the big Super Bowl Interview. A great decision, he can't put two sentences together," Trump posted on Truth Social. "I WOULD BE HAPPY TO REPLACE HIM - would be 'RATINGS GOLD!'" the 2024 hopeful added.

Then, in an interview with conservative podcaster Dan Bongino, Trump reiterated his offer. "He can't do it because he can't talk," the former president said of his successor, adding, "I'll take his spot at the Super Bowl if they want, we'll get very good ratings."

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