If Biden was a responsible president he would stay away from this topic.
President Joe Biden is preparing to address the nation regarding the verdict in former President Donald Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial, with the announcement coming from the White House, according to a report by Politico.
The 81-year-old president’s remarks will be crafted to reflect the trial’s outcome, emphasizing the integrity and effectiveness of the U.S. legal system. Regardless of whether the jury finds the 77-year-old former president guilty, acquits him, or cannot reach a unanimous decision, Biden intends to underscore the importance of respecting the judicial process.
The trial, centered on allegations that Trump made hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels, is approaching its conclusion with closing arguments set for Tuesday. The jury may reach a verdict as soon as the following week.
While the precise timing and setting for Biden’s speech remain undecided, it is confirmed that his comments will be made from the White House rather than during campaign activities. This approach aims to avoid any perception of political motivation.
The Biden campaign is also preparing for the various outcomes of this significant trial. There are considerations that, should Trump be found guilty, Biden’s team might refer to him as “Convicted Felon Donald Trump” on social media, reflecting his status as the presumptive GOP nominee for president.
According to a recent poll by the Cook Political Report, swing state voters express greater concern about Biden’s age than Trump’s legal issues. The poll, conducted in Arizona, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Nevada, North Carolina, Georgia, and Wisconsin, asked voters whether they were more troubled by Trump’s “temperament and legal issues” or Biden’s “age and ability to perform his duties.” Over half (53%) of the respondents indicated that Biden’s age and mental sharpness were more concerning than Trump’s four criminal cases and two civil judgments.