Nancy Pelosi sparks debate as she privately conveys to Joe Biden he can’t beat Trump in presidential race

WASHINGTON, DC: In a private conversation that has since sparked intense debate, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reportedly told President Joe Biden that polling data indicates he is unlikely to beat Donald Trump in the 2024 election, as per the New York Post.

Pelosi, a veteran congresswoman from California, expressed her concerns to the 81-year-old president, highlighting that his re-election bid could potentially jeopardize the Democrats' chances of winning the House in November.

Nancy Pelosi privately conveys to Joe Biden he can't beat Donald Trump in election

Four sources revealed this to CNN, emphasizing that Nancy Pelosi referred to multiple polls showing Donald Trump leading Joe Biden.

Despite Pelosi's warnings, Biden reportedly pushed back, insisting that the polling data he has seen suggests a favorable outcome for his re-election. One source described Biden's reaction as "defensive." During the conversation, Pelosi enlisted Mike Donilon, Biden's longtime adviser, to discuss the disappointing data.

While it remains unclear whether Pelosi explicitly advised Biden to drop out of the race, this phone call occurred shortly after she and former president Barack Obama privately voiced their concerns about Biden's campaign.

Pelosi is the third major Democratic leader to express doubts about Biden's prospects following a poor debate performance against Trump.

The call between Pelosi and Biden followed a similar appeal from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Schumer, on Saturday, July 13, urged Biden to step aside, arguing that it would benefit Biden, the Democratic Party, and the country.

"Schumer forcefully made the case that it would be better for Biden, better for the Democratic Party, and better for the country if he were to bow out," ABC News’ Jonathan Karl reported.

Schumer's argument was bolstered by bleak polling numbers, including one poll indicating Biden ranked last among his party members tested as an alternative leader with voters in seven battleground states. Despite these concerns, neither Pelosi nor Schumer has publicly called on Biden to end his campaign.

However, 21 other Democratic members of Congress have made similar appeals. Representative Adam Schiff of California became the highest-ranking party leader to openly oppose Biden's re-election bid, stating, "It is time to pass the torch."

Insiders suggest that despite Biden's defensive stance, the arguments from Pelosi and Schumer have made him more receptive to the idea of stepping down. There is ongoing speculation about who might succeed Biden if he suspends his campaign, with Vice President Kamala Harris being a potential candidate.

A senior Democratic adviser noted a shift in Biden's attitude, saying, "He’s gone from saying ‘Kamala can’t win’ to ‘Do you think Kamala can win?’"

Biden remains deeply conflicted over the decision. One person close to the president told the New York Times that while Biden is willing to listen to concerns, it would be wrong to say he is ready to drop out.

Nancy Pelosi's private conversation with Joe Biden sparks debate online

The news of Nancy Pelosi's private conversation with Biden elicited a wave of divided reactions on social media.

One user on Facebook commented, "Pelosi finally came to her senses," while another remarked, "Joe Biden lost a long time ago." A user added, "Biden needs to leave the race; he’s too old," and someone else wrote, "Pelosi becoming the defender of Democracy."

Criticism also targeted Pelosi herself. Comments included, "She needs to go home with Joe. This old drunk is so scared of losing what little power she has left. Pathetic," and "Another old lady who supposed to step out already."

One wrote, "Stop it Nancy. Shame on you," while another stated, "She needs to retire too. 1 obnoxious old lady telling him that he’s too old."

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