As the political landscape in the United States continues to evolve, California Governor Gavin Newsom, a staunch supporter of President Biden, has been traversing the battleground states, campaigning for the incumbent.
Despite being a potential contender for the Democratic nomination, Newsom has been steadfast in his support for Biden, even amidst increasing calls for the 81-year-old President to step aside.
According to Fox News, Newsom, while campaigning in Pennsylvania, dismissed the notion of running for President in the event of an open convention. He was asked about his prospects following a less-than-stellar debate performance by Biden. "No, I mean it's not even...," Newsom began, before being interrupted by the reporter who asked, "Absolutely not?" Newsom responded, "That's not even, it's to me, it's the hypothetical that gets in the way of progress in terms of promoting this candidacy."
Newsom's comments underscore his commitment to the current administration, despite the internal discord within the Democratic party. "That's a legit question, but it's exactly where the other party wants us to be is having this internal fight," Newsom added. "And I think it's extraordinarily unhelpful. Said that literally the second after the debate. It was my first public comments. So I've been consistent in this belief, not just privately, but publicly."
The California governor's unwavering support for Biden comes as the president faces mounting pressure to step down due to concerns about his age and mental fitness. However, Biden has remained defiant, asserting at a campaign rally in Wisconsin, "I am running and going to win again." He added, "I'm not letting one 90-minute debate wipe out three and a half years of work."
Despite the president's determination, some Democrats have voiced their concerns. Following the rally and Biden's interview with ABC host George Stephanopoulos, Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minn., became the fifth House Democrat to call on Biden to step aside.
Newsom, however, remains undeterred. When asked by Fox News if he was concerned about damaging his credibility by continuing to support Biden, Newsom responded, "No. Look, there's a handful of folks that may have different opinions. The vast majority of the caucus remains solidly behind the president president made that point very effectively yesterday in the interview, and that his speech in Wisconsin was very, very, very good. We're going to see him out here in Pennsylvania in the next day or so. And, and we're just, you know, staying the course, have his back."
Newsom's dedication to the president is evident in his words and actions. "And so I really believe in the president, believe in his character. I believe in his confidence, in his capacity. I wouldn't be out here, 4th of July weekend, missing my kids and families unless I really believed it," he added.
Newsom's rallying cry to Biden supporters was a stark contrast to the vision of America under a second Trump term. "It's America in reverse. They want to bring us back to a pre-1960s world," Newsom said of Trump supporters. "And you are the front lines of that opposition. You are the folks that can make sure that does not happen. Voting rights, civil rights, LGBTQ rights, women's rights, not just access to abortion, access to contraception, all of those things are on the ballot. Bucks County, and we are counting on you. America's counting on you. The world is counting on you. I've counted on you. My four kids are counting on you. Thank you for being here today. Thank you for being here tomorrow. Thank you for being here on Election Day. We are going to save democracy and bring back Biden-Harris for four more years."
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