Joe Biden’s final months as president were a mess. His team hid the truth about his health. They kept him away from the public. They even scripted his every move. This comes from a new book by Chris Whipple.
Biden’s debate in June 2024 was a disaster. He mumbled and rambled. His team knew he was in trouble. They tried to save his campaign with a TV interview. ABC’s George Stephanopoulos called it “heartbreaking up close.” Biden looked lost.
Biden’s inner circle lied to themselves. They thought he could still run. Advisers like Ron Klain saw him struggle. He fell asleep during debate prep. But they pushed him to stay in the race. Their loyalty blinded them.
Biden was kept in a bubble. His team stopped him from meeting people. They feared he’d say the wrong thing. This made his mind weaker. One aide said, “Like knives, they need to be honed.” Biden’s skills rusted.
The truth finally forced Biden out. In July 2024, he quit the race. He passed the torch to Kamala Harris. But it was too late. Democrats were stuck with a weak candidate. Voters didn’t trust her.
Whipple’s book shows how power corrupts. Biden’s team cared more about control than the country. They ignored warnings. They let pride cloud their judgment. The result? A historic loss to Trump.
The Democratic Party is still in denial. They won’t admit their mistakes. They blame others instead. But voters saw the truth. Biden’s decline was obvious. His team’s cover-up made it worse.
This is a lesson in leadership. Leaders must put country first. Biden’s team failed. They chose lies over truth. Now, the Democrats are picking up the pieces. The road back will be long.
