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Biden Vows to Defend Democracy Against Trump in 2024 at NY Fundraiser and Upcoming UN Address

  • Biden spoke at a NY fundraiser, acknowledging concerns about his age but saying he's running because democracy is at stake against Trump.

  • Biden defeated Trump in 2020 and may face him again in 2024 as Trump is the frontrunner for the Republican nomination.

  • Biden said he's running because "democracy is at stake" against Trump and Republicans who want to "destroy American democracy."

  • Biden will address the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, pressing leaders to keep supporting Ukraine against Russia.

  • Biden contrasted himself with Trump, saying he won't side with dictators like Putin while Trump got along with Putin.

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Relevant topic timeline:
Main Topic: Rep. Dean Phillips considering a potential primary challenge against President Joe Biden in 2024. Key Points: 1. Rep. Dean Phillips, a member of the Democratic leadership team, will meet with donors in New York to discuss a potential primary challenge against President Biden. 2. Phillips and other Democrats have called for a contested primary featuring younger candidates instead of automatically nominating Biden for the 2024 election. 3. Phillips, a business-friendly moderate, has previously expressed support for Biden but has also advocated for new leadership and a new generation of political leaders.
Main Topic: Former President Barack Obama's commitment to supporting President Joe Biden's re-election. Key Points: 1. Obama expressed his commitment to supporting Biden's re-election during a meeting at the White House. 2. The discussion focused on the importance of the 2024 election and the strength of former President Donald Trump's base. 3. Obama's spokesperson emphasized the strategy of driving impact and reaching new audiences to mobilize voters.
Main Topic: President Joe Biden's family-oriented brand and reputation are being tested ahead of the 2024 election due to family drama and Republican attacks. Key Points: 1. President Biden is facing scrutiny over his son Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings and a failed plea deal on federal charges. 2. A federal special counsel is investigating Biden's handling of classified documents. 3. Concerns are growing among Democrats about the potential political damage to Biden's reputation and the distraction from substantive policy issues.
Main Topic: The increasingly fraught relationship between Senator Joe Manchin and the Biden administration. Key Points: 1. Manchin's decision to skip a White House event celebrating the Inflation Reduction Act highlights the tension between him and the administration. 2. Manchin is considering a third-party run for the presidency in 2024, which could impact Biden's re-election prospects. 3. Manchin is also contemplating changing his party affiliation from Democrat to independent, demonstrating his desire for greater independence from the White House.
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