President Joe Biden defended his son, Hunter, who has come under heavy investigation by Republicans over his financial activities, leading to broad inquiries into Biden and the Biden family by the GOP-led House, in his first one-on-one interview since announcing a 2024 reelection attempt.
In an interview with MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle that aired Friday night, Biden was asked about his son. “First of all, my son has done nothing wrong,” Biden responded. I believe him. I believe in him.
The president said that the GOP inquiries of the younger Biden have an effect on the older Biden’s presidency by “making me feel proud of him.”
After just announcing his bid for re-election in 2024, Biden spoke with MSNBC. This comes at a time when he is facing difficult political battles over the debt ceiling and economic policy.
In addition, he supported Vice President Kamala Harris, who he said has “not gotten the credit she deserves” despite having served as the attorney general and senator of California in the past.
Regarding the vice president, Biden stated, “She is really very, very good.” “And with everything going on, she hasn’t gotten the attention she deserves.
Biden stated that he is not yet prepared to use the 14th Amendment in the event that Congress is unable to come to an agreement on raising the debt ceiling.
Biden might rule that the government’s decision to halt making payments on its debts is illegal, according to some legal experts. A new debate over the debt ceiling might result from the extraordinary action, which would almost definitely be met with legal challenges.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen specifically rejected the 14th Amendment as a resolution to the debt ceiling standoff in 2021. She stated plainly that she believes Congress is the only institution with the authority to raise the debt ceiling and ensure the government could continue paying its debts.
In the MSNBC interview, Biden stated, “I’ve not yet gotten there. “And here’s the thing, I think that — to start with, this is not the Republican Party of your father. This is a distinctive group.
While calling House Speaker Kevin McCarthy a “honest man,” the Trump mocked “MAGA Republicans,” claiming that given the party’s slim majority in the House, McCarthy is obligated to those in his party who espouse more radical views.
In addition, Biden dismissed questions about his age, saying that his extensive political background would be a benefit rather than a barrier to his presidency.
I know more than the vast majority of people, and I’ve learned a heck of a lot of wisdom,” he remarked. I also have more experience than anyone else who has ever run for government. And I believe I’ve demonstrated my integrity and effectiveness.
According to Biden, who would be 86 at the end of a second term, voters will decide on Election Day whether he has what it takes to be president for another four years.
