Former President Joe Biden’s advisors urged him to debate Trump early in 2024 to reach a larger audience, according to a leaked memo dated April 15, 2024. Despite concerns regarding Biden’s age, advisors believed an early debate would showcase his leadership against President Donald Trump’s perceived weaknesses.
However, concerns about Biden’s age led to debates within his team, with some questioning the wisdom of holding debates at all.
Following a debate on June 27, 2024, Biden’s poor performance led to his decision to exit the race, paving the way for Kamala Harris to take his place.
