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Democrats in Turmoil: Biden's Rollercoaster Week Sparks Chaos and Doubt

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Democrats in Congress are torn over Biden's future after a tumultuous week. Get the scoop on the latest developments!

President Biden faced a week of chaos as Congressional Democrats gathered to discuss his candidacy post his disastrous debate appearance. The party appears divided on whether Biden should remain the nominee, with tensions running high after a tumultuous week in Washington. Despite concerns over his viability, Biden made headlines by awarding the US' highest civilian honor to NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. The move came amidst growing scrutiny on Biden's leadership and his ability to secure the party's nomination for the upcoming election.

Amidst the turmoil, Biden also promised new air defenses for Ukraine in a forceful speech at NATO, aiming to convince foreign leaders of his competence. Despite facing calls to exit from some House Democrats, Biden managed to retain key supporters like Rep. Jerry Nadler, reaffirming their backing for his reelection bid. The ongoing discussions within the party shed light on the deep divisions over Biden's candidacy, raising questions about his physical and mental fitness for the role.

The awarding of the Medal of Freedom to Jens Stoltenberg is a significant event, highlighting the close relationship between the US and NATO during a period of global uncertainty. Biden's defense of NATO and announcement of increased military aid to Ukraine reinforce the administration's commitment to global security, despite internal challenges. The rift within the Democratic Party over Biden's future raises concerns about the unity and direction of the party as the election season approaches.

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Congressional Democrats meet amid simmering concerns over ... (CBS News)

Democrats in Congress met Tuesday after returning to Washington this week for the first time since President Biden's disastrous debate.

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See Biden award US' highest civilian honor to NATO secretary ... (CNN)

President Joe Biden bestowed the US' highest civilian honor upon the Secretary General of NATO, Jens Stoltenberg, during highly scrutinized remarks kicking ...

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Democrats appear torn over Biden as concerns whether he can win ... (The Guardian)

After a day of private meetings on Capitol Hill, congressional Democrats appeared torn over whether Joe Biden should remain the party's nominee, as concerns ...

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Biden awards Medal of Freedom to NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg (Axios)

Why it matters: The flagship award is the highest civilian honor in the U.S. and comes as Stoltenberg has led NATO through a turbulent period amid Russia's ...

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President Biden welcomes Sweden to NATO (Hawaii News Now)

Joe Biden welcomed ...

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Biden promises new air defenses for Ukraine in forceful Nato speech (The Guardian)

Critical step for president in convincing foreign leaders he remains up to task of leading 32-member military alliance.

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Joe Biden holds on to key Democrats despite tense talks over ... (Financial Times)

President begins to make progress on Capitol Hill even as divisions remain over his future.

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Arizona Democratic delegates reject calls for Joe Biden to quit ... (Cronkite News)

WASHINGTON โ€“ Arizona Democrats who'll serve as convention delegates are standing by President Joe Biden despite widespread concerns about his ability to ...

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Rep. Jerry Nadler reaffirms support for President Joe Biden's ... (WABC-TV)

NY Rep. Jerry Nadler of New York is reaffirming that he "strongly supports" President Joe Biden's reelection.

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Biden forcefully defends Nato as he hosts summit leaders (BBC News)

The US president announces more military aid for Ukraine, warning "autocrats have overturned global order".

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Biden's support shaky as a seventh Democrat urges him to exit (1 News)

Late in the day, a seventh House Democrat, Representative Mikie Sherrill of New Jersey, publicly called on Biden not to run for reelection, saying with Trump ...

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US Democrats still divided over defiant Biden's viability (RNZ)

Democrats in the US Congress remained deeply divided over whether to fall in line behind President Joe Biden's wounded reelection campaign or urge him to ...

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Democrats discuss Biden's fitness as 7th lawmaker calls on him to ... (Aljazeera.com)

Closed-door talks highlight party divisions over Biden's electability against Donald Trump. Biden is facing questions about his physical and mental fitness for ...

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Democrats debate support for President Biden amid concerns over ... (KCRA Sacramento)

House and Senate Democrats met privately on Capitol Hill today, expressing mixed feelings about President Joseph Biden's potential for reelection after a ...

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Biden opens NATO summit by announcing new air defenses for ... (CNN)

President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced plans to supply new air defenses to Ukraine in a speech opening the NATO summit โ€“ providing much-needed support for ...

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Donors and Democrats despair as push to sideline Joe Biden fizzles (Financial Times)

Resignation sets in as party insiders rage against 'mad king' who refuses to exit stage.

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Opinion | Joe Biden and I Have Our Age in Common (The New York Times)

Mr. Hoyt was a reporter, editor, Washington bureau chief and news executive for Knight Ridder and later served as public editor of The Times. President Biden ...

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Opinion | George Clooney: I Love Joe Biden. But We Need a New ... (The New York Times)

Mr. Clooney is an actor, director and film producer. I'm a lifelong Democrat; I make no apologies for that. I'm proud of ...

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George Clooney calls for Joe Biden to quit presidential race (BBC News)

The Hollywood actor and prominent Democratic Party fundraiser, said that the president had won many battles in his career, "but the one battle he cannot win is ...

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Nancy Pelosi and George Clooney deliver new blows to Biden re ... (Financial Times)

Former House Speaker fails to back president's candidacy while actor urges him to drop from 2024 race.

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George Clooney calls on Biden to drop out of presidential race to ... (Sky News)

"We are not going to win in November with this president," Clooney has written in The New York Times.

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George Clooney Calls For New Democratic Nominee In Latest ... (Deadline)

George Clooney, fresh off co-hosting a star-filled fundraiser for Joe Biden last month, is calling on Democrats to pick a new nominee and for the president ...

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George Clooney calls on Biden to drop out of the race (CNBC)

President Joe Biden is under new pressure to step aside by longtime ally and Hollywood actor George Clooney.

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George Clooney leads Hollywood voices calling for Joe Biden to ... (The Independent)

President Biden has insisted he's staying in the race despite losing crucial support from some major figures.

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George Clooney Pens Op-Ed Calling for Biden to Step Aside (Hollywood Reporter)

In a The New York Times op-ed, George Clooney argues in a blunt essay for President Joe Biden to step aside in his 2024 campaign for reelection.

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George Clooney implores Biden to step aside in opinion article (The Guardian)

The actor says he talked to Biden at LA fundraiser and concluded: 'We are not going to win with this president'

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Ex-Obama aides react to George Clooney's op-ed on President ... (CNN)

Ex-Obama aides David Axelrod and Jon Favreau join Inside Politics with Dana Bash to discuss Democratic donor and actor George Clooney's op-ed calling on ...

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George Clooney says President Joe Biden not the man he was in ... (New Zealand Herald)

Actor George Clooney, a major Hollywood fundraiser for the Democrats, said on Wednesday that President Joe Biden is no longer the same person who won the...

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NBC's Lester Holt to interview President Biden on Monday (CNN)

President Joe Biden will sit down with NBC Nightly News anchor Lester Holt for an interview that will tape and air next Monday, the network announced.

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President Biden Sets Next Interview With NBC News' Lester Holt (Variety)

President Biden will continue to try to make the case to American voters that he's the best candidate to defeat Donald Trump this fall, as the incumbent ...

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George Clooney, a high-profile Biden supporter, asks president to ... (The Associated Press)

Movie star and lifelong Democrat George Clooney is adding his voice to calls for Joe Biden to leave the presidential race.

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Though Biden says he's staying in presidential race, top Democrats ... (CBS News)

Washington โ€” Nearly two weeks after a disastrous debate, President Biden remains adamant that he's staying in the race amid circling doubts and reserved ...

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Democratic Sen. Peter Welch: Biden should withdraw for the good of ... (The Washington Post)

Peter Welch, a Democrat, represents Vermont in the U.S. Senate. I have great respect for President Biden. He saved our country from a tyrant.

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Biden under renewed pressure to step aside as top Democrats ... (The Guardian)

Senator Michael Bennet said Trump may win 'by a landslide' while two more senators echoed his concerns.

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Biden keeps saying he won't step aside โ€” but Democrats aren't ... (Politico)

Joe Biden gives a thumbs up. Democrats close to President Joe Biden are becoming more vocal in their concerns about his candidacy. | ...

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Peter Welch is first Democratic senator to publicly ask Joe Biden to ... (The Guardian)

Vermont senator of more than two decades implores president in an op-ed to step down for 'good of the country'

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Joe Biden Team Claps Back at George Clooney After Scathing Op-Ed (Hollywood Reporter)

The president's coms team came up with a reply to Clooney's 'New York Times' column pushing Joe Biden to halt his 2024 reelection campaign.

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Logan Church: Biden's screwed now Hollywood's against him (1 News)

Analysis: George Clooney's call for Joe Biden to step aside is significant, writes 1News US correspondent Logan Church.

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