In this special Tuesday edition of The Campaign Moment, we dive into the aftermath of President Biden’s performance at the first presidential debate. Joining us are Aaron Blake, senior political reporter for The Washington Post and co-host Martine Powers, to discuss behind-the-scenes details of Biden’s preparation for the debate, his campaign rally on Friday to boost his image, and his team’s discussions about the possibility of replacing him ahead of the Democratic convention.
Aaron Blake offers insider insights into President Biden’s campaign and the challenges the Democratic Party faces in the upcoming election. He has been following Biden since he announced his candidacy and provides a comprehensive analysis of his performance in the debate.
Tyler Pager, who has been traveling with Biden on his campaign trail, offers a firsthand account of the president’s efforts to regain momentum and support after the debate. She shares her observations from being with Biden on the trail and provides insight into how he is approaching the rest of his campaign.
The episode was produced by Laura Benshoff and mixed by Sean Carter, with additional production by Ali Bianco. It was edited by Allison Michaels and Mary Jo Murphy. Subscribe to Aaron’s newsletter, The Campaign Moment, for more updates on the 2024 campaign and subscribe to The Washington Post for comprehensive coverage of the latest political developments.
