Trump questions Biden’s ability to serve until 2024, reveals his potential successor
Trump Doubts Biden’s Ability to Run for Re-election in 2024
Former President Donald Trump recently suggested that he does not think President Joe Biden will “make it” if he tries to run for re-election in 2024. Trump believes that Biden’s cognitive decline and ill health will prevent him from seeking a second term in the White House. Fox News anchor Sean Hannity, who was interviewing Trump at the time, agreed with his statement.
“I personally don’t think he makes it,” said Trump, the GOP front-runner. “I think he’s in bad shape physically… and mentally, I would say he’s possibly equally as bad, and maybe worse.”
Trump proposed Vice President Kamala Harris or California Gov. Gavin Newsom as more realistic choices for the Democratic Party. He praised Newsom’s performance in a recent Fox News debate against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, despite his dishonesty about low taxes and clean streets in his state.
BREAKING: Donald Trump says he doesn’t think Joe Biden will make it to run against him in the 2024 election pic.twitter.com/fqGIcCFjds
— ALX (@alx) December 6, 2023
Harris, according to Trump, is also a possibility because the African-American vote would not go to Democrats if she is not chosen. Biden faces a tough battle against the 45th president, as recent polls show Trump leading in many swing states.
Even states like Nevada, which were not traditionally considered swing states, are now seen as potential Republican victories. Democratic voter registration numbers have weakened in key states like New Jersey.
Voter registration numbers in New Jersey are really staggering.
March 2021 – March 2023
NJ Dems: -11,878
NJ GOP: +71,829By next month, NJ Dems voter advantage will slip to under 1 million.
— Ryan James Girdusky (@RyanGirdusky) March 1, 2023
NJ Republicans net 4K more voters over Democrats in the last month.
Republicans have registered more voters than Democrats EVERY MONTH for the last 2 years. https://t.co/bqiBxxbWEo
— Ryan James Girdusky (@RyanGirdusky) November 1, 2023
Thanks to Trump and DeSantis’ efforts to solidify the Republican electoral base in Florida, there are reports that the Florida Democratic Party fears the DNC may give up on them.
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Trump Doubts Biden Will Make It to 2024, Shares Who He Thinks Will Replace Him
However, this is no reason for Trump to declare the election won. Democrats are currently enjoying an electoral boost from the abortion issue since the Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade, returning the issue to states in the summer of 2022.
Further, neither the Trump campaign nor any other GOP candidate is doing enough to get white working-class voters registered.
Trump was the champion of the white working class in 2016, but he lost ground with this crucial cohort in 2020. Even though Trump’s losses with white workers without college degrees was only about two percent, this slight shift had a devastating impact on the president in the all-important Rust Belt in 2020.
Thirty-one percent of the white working class has not voted in the last three election cycles. This should be the singular focus of Trump’s (or any Republican’s) electoral efforts. Whether these voters are not voting because they have not been properly communicated with or because they are not registered to vote is immaterial.
The white working class remains a huge reservoir of untapped support for the GOP, and presidential candidates must continue to appeal to these voters and ensure they are registered to vote if Republicans want to continue to win.
Whether Trump faces Biden, Harris or Newsom, he would be well advised to appeal to the white working class by hammering these candidates on their records.
Trump wisely expressed his support for the United Auto Workers strike earlier this year. However, he missed an opportunity to have a knockout comment as Marine Le Pen did with the striking Whirlpool workers in France. For weeks, the opportunity to appeal to UAW steamed away, with union surrogates expressing frustration with Democrats, until Biden finally pounced and joined the picket line.
UAW represents many working-class individuals, and one can not forget that UAW bucked the Biden administration on the unconstitutional COVID vaccine mandate. Harris is likewise vulnerable here, not only because she is the most unpopular vice president in history, but because she is part of the administration that imposed that mandate.
This comes as Newsom and Biden have dually dug at the heart of America’s combustion engine manufacturing base. Newsom supported California’s attempted ban on gasoline-powered vehicles and Biden ordered the federal fleet’s transition to electric vehicles.
Newsom is vulnerable because he designated most blue-collar jobs and small businesses to be non-essential work during the pandemic while permitting extravagant dinners at the Michelin-starred Napa Valley restaurant French Laundry for himself. It’s hard for Newsom’s supposed charisma to overcome that.
While the tax issue has faded as Republicans have won the argument on income tax rates, there remains one area Trump should continue to push to push for change: the business entertainment tax.
The business entertainment tax is a sweet spot where corporate types and America’s working class can agree. Allowing 100 percent deductions for corporate business lunches and other forms of entertainment lets businessmen have the three-martini lunches Don Draper of “Mad Men” was once so accustomed to enjoying and it can flush entertainment workers with cash through tips and increased sales.
Unfortunately, the 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act, which was highly effective in stimulating the economy in other ways, made business entertainment non-deductible.
However, Trump corrected course and signaled his support for making business entertainment fully deductible in 2020, but ultimately he failed to appropriately emphasize it in his campaign. If properly highlighted, this is the type of issue one can take to entertainment hubs like Nevada and New Jersey to appeal to the working class and voters of all social strata.
“Not only are the other guys bad for you, but I can be good for your wallet,” Trump can say to the working class in swing states. But Trump must conclude the message with, “Now here is where you can register to vote,” if he wants to ensure Biden, Harris — or “slick” Newsom — will not make it in 2024.
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How does Biden’s mandate on COVID vaccines infringe on personal freedom and individual choice, and how can Trump capitalize on this issue
America and the Biden administration’s policies collide. Trump ran on a pro-business platform and consistently advocated for lower taxes and fewer regulations. While income tax rates have been addressed, the business entertainment tax is an issue that still needs attention. This tax affects numerous industries, including travel, hospitality, and event planning.
The business entertainment tax imposes a burden on businesses that provide entertainment to clients or employees as part of their operations. This includes expenses such as client dinners, corporate events, and employee outings. These activities are not only essential for building relationships and fostering business growth but are also integral to the well-being and morale of employees.
Trump understands the importance of these activities and the impact they have on businesses. By pushing for a reduction or elimination of the business entertainment tax, he would not only support the growth of American businesses but also promote job creation and economic recovery.
Additionally, the issue of government overreach and excessive regulations continues to be a concern for many Americans. Biden’s mandate on COVID vaccines has faced significant opposition, with the United Auto Workers (UAW) union publicly expressing frustration. This is not surprising, as mandated vaccines infringe on personal freedom and choice. Trump, who has been vocal about protecting individual liberties, can capitalize on this issue and appeal to those who value their right to make healthcare decisions for themselves and their families.
Furthermore, Trump can highlight Biden’s record on job creation and economic policies, which have been widely criticized. Newsom’s actions during the pandemic, including designating businesses as non-essential while enjoying lavish dinners, showcase a lack of understanding and empathy for small businesses and the working class.
Overall, Trump has a unique opportunity to position himself as the champion of the white working class and the voice of reason against excessive regulations and government overreach. By addressing issues like the business entertainment tax, vaccine mandates, and economic recovery, he can appeal to a broad range of voters and strengthen his chances of reclaiming the presidency in 2024. However, he must not underestimate the challenges that lie ahead and ensure that he connects with voters on the issues that matter most to them.
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