Biden called Donald Trump a “loser,” comparing him to Nazi Germany and accusing him of endangering American democracy.
US President Joe Biden pulled no punches as he embarks on his 2024 re-election campaign, launching a fiery tirade against his potential opponent Donald Trump.
Speaking on the eve of the third anniversary of the harrowing Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, Biden minced no words, calling Trump a “loser” and “sick,” comparing him to Nazi Germany and vehemently accusing him of endangering American democracy.
In a charged speech delivered near Valley Forge in Pennsylvania, a site of historical importance in the United States’ fight for independence, Biden lashed out at Trump and highlighted his role in instigating the assault on the Capitol. Biden’s impassioned speech alternated between whispers and angry shouts as he presented himself as a defender of American values, warning that a Trump presidency posed a grave risk to democracy.
“He is willing to sacrifice our democracy and put himself in power,” Biden said, accusing Trump of embracing “political violence” and using rhetoric reminiscent of Nazi language. Biden pointedly drew attention to Trump’s divisive comments, calling those who opposed him “vermin” and referencing language reminiscent of Nazi Germany.
Despite facing criticism for a slow start to the campaign and trailing in certain polls, Biden redoubled his commitment to safeguarding democracy. He emphasized that Trump’s re-election would endanger the nation’s democratic institutions, positioning himself as a strong advocate for their preservation.
Responding quickly, the Trump campaign responded by accusing Biden of abusing government power to attack his political opponents and interfere in the upcoming election. Trump himself dismissed Biden’s claims, denouncing his presidency as a series of weaknesses and failures, while accusing him of fearmongering.
The upcoming 2024 elections, which will be hotly contested, have a lot at stake. As Biden continues his election campaign, analysts highlight the intensity of the race, with opinions divided on the possible outcome.
While the Biden campaign identifies Trump as the likely adversary, the race for the Republican nomination has not yet officially begun. Trump, who faces a criminal trial for his alleged attempts to undermine the 2020 election, faces obstacles with states like Colorado and Maine barring him from the presidential primaries on insurrection grounds.
