Alternate headline: Bidenomics hits close to home for Democrats.
I kid, I kid.
Dean Phillips’ problems aren’t linked to the economy. They’re linked to political inertia in his own party. Fundraising for his primary challenge against Joe Biden has not kept up with expenses, and Phillips had to lay off “a large number” of staff from his presidential campaign. However, Phillips pledged to fight on rather than withdraw:
I love running for President, but today I had to make some tough decisions.
But with 75% of Americans saying Trump is too corrupt and Biden is too old, I’m not giving up!
If you’re ready for change, join me at https://t.co/L4Hf3zEZKv! pic.twitter.com/mQleNnh2vs
— Dean Phillips (@deanbphillips) February 16, 2024
Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips of Minnesota confirmed Friday he is laying off a large number of his campaign staff amid his 2024 presidential run.
Phillips took…
