There has already been much speculation about how the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump might affect his campaign and his chances of winning a second term in office.
But what about how it might affect President Joe Biden’s campaign?
Before Saturday’s rally at which the assassination attempt occurred, the focus was on Biden’s poor debate performance against Trump and heightened concerns about his age and mental acuity. There was much talk among Democrats about either persuading him to drop out of the race or replacing him against his will.
Now, much of this talk has abated for the moment. Democrats are reportedly focused on other matters related to the shooting.
Congressional Democrats’ all-consuming angst over President Biden’s candidacy has taken an abrupt backseat in lawmakers’ minds in the wake of an assassination attempt against former President…
