Jill Biden Reflects on Fallout with Pelosi Over 2024 Election
The outgoing first lady expressed disappointment in Nancy Pelosi's role in urging President Biden to step aside from his reelection bid.
- Jill Biden, in an interview with The Washington Post, described her decades-long friendship with Nancy Pelosi as 'disappointing' after Pelosi's involvement in pushing President Biden out of the 2024 race.
- Pelosi reportedly pressured Biden to drop out following his poor debate performance against Donald Trump, citing internal polling showing Biden's weak chances of victory.
- The first lady admitted the experience led her to reflect on human nature and the complexities of personal and political relationships.
- Pelosi's actions included public comments suggesting Biden reconsider his candidacy, which were seen as pivotal in galvanizing Democratic leaders to urge his withdrawal.
- Jill Biden maintains that her husband could have served another term and expressed concerns about the legacy of his presidency being overshadowed by his exit.