Internal polling shock
Shocking internal polling revealed that Joe Biden would have faced a catastrophic defeat at the hands of Donald Trump if he stayed in the 2024 presidential race. The figures were so dire that even Biden's home state of Delaware was at risk of flipping to the Republicans.
Trump's victory projection
Former Obama speechwriter Jon Favreau disclosed that the White House was in denial about Biden's unpopularity and the looming threat of Trump's victory. The polling indicated that Trump was on track to win a staggering 400 electoral college votes, including traditionally Democratic states like Oregon, New Jersey, and Maine.
Electoral and popular vote landslide
In this scenario, Trump was not only projected to dominate the electoral college but also win the popular vote by a significant margin. This outcome would have marked the first time a Republican won the popular vote since 2004, underscoring the magnitude of the potential defeat for Biden.
End of the road for Biden
Biden eventually bowed out of the race in July amid mounting concerns about his cognitive abilities and a disastrous debate performance against Trump. The decision to drop out came after facing criticism for prolonging his candidacy, hampering Kamala Harris's campaign efforts and limiting the Democratic Party's chances of fielding a stronger nominee.
Transition of power
Following his withdrawal, Biden endorsed Harris and pledged to ensure a smooth transition of power to Trump. Despite his exit from the race, Biden continued to make controversial remarks, referring to Trump's supporters as "garbage" and maintaining a gaffe-prone presence on the campaign trail.
