In a recent news conference following the NATO summit in Washington, President Biden addressed growing concerns regarding his reelection campaign and the potential candidacy of Vice President Kamala Harris. Responding to questions about his decision to remain in the race, Biden emphasized his belief in his qualifications, stating, \"I think I'm the most qualified person to run for president. I beat him once, and I will beat him again,\" referring to former President Donald Trump.
Biden acknowledged the typical worries among politicians about their party's ticket but pointed out that many past presidents have faced similar challenges with lower approval ratings at this stage in their campaigns. He expressed confidence in the progress made during his administration, highlighting the creation of over 800,000 manufacturing jobs and the overall strength of the U.S. economy compared to global counterparts.
The president also criticized corporate greed, noting that corporate profits have doubled since the pandemic, and reiterated his commitment to continue working on issues affecting the working class. He described the NATO summit as a significant success, citing praise from other world leaders for his leadership.
Biden's remarks come amid increasing scrutiny of his administration's performance and the potential implications for the upcoming presidential election. The full press conference is available for viewing on PBS and YouTube, with further analysis on the presidential race expected in upcoming broadcasts.