Biden campaign responds to report on Obama warnings about Trump

In the face of recent reports indicating former President Obama's concerns about the Biden campaign's structure and fears about President Trump’s political potency as a potential 2024 contender, the Biden camp has defended its strategies. Quentin Fulks, President Biden's chief deputy campaign manager, refuted these criticisms on Sunday, asserting that both Obama and Biden share the same viewpoint regarding the necessity of defeating Trump.

Fulks underscored that the campaign would continue to participate in necessary strategies to remain competitive while building a sustainable base. He asserted continuity and frequent interactions between Obama, Biden, and former officials from Biden's administration and campaign. The common aim according to Fulks, was challenging MAGA extremists and safeguarding democracy.

Fulks emphasized that Biden’s vice presidency under Obama’s administration significantly influenced his current presidential role. However, both Obama and Biden are unified in their commitment to counteract Donald Trump's perceived threats to democracy, Fulks added.

Fulks' defense of the president and his plans for reelection follows a story in the Washington Post detailing a conversation between Obama and Biden at a White House lunch last December. Obama reportedly suggested the importance of increasing senior decision-makers within the Wilmington, Delaware campaign headquarters or empowering current members.

Fulks refrained from commenting on whether any structural modifications are being considered for the campaign. Instead, he noted that the campaign has been active since its inception in April. Despite only recent public awareness, he affirmed that the campaign had put into place innovative strategies, including significant outreach to voters, especially those of color, Hispanic voters, and young voters.

Regarding the public's growing interest in the campaign, Fulks said they were prepared. Highlighting recent presidential speeches, including the one at Valley Forge and the upcoming one in South Carolina, Fulks affirmed that the campaign would continue to make its appeal to the public. He also insisted that the campaign is being managed as if democracy itself was on the election's ballot, citing it as the main stake of the election.