Newsom's comments came during an appearance on MSNBC's debate analysis program, where he was questioned about Biden's performance and the growing sentiment among some that Biden should "step down" before the November election.
Newsom, a Democrat, dismissed the speculation that Democrats might consider replacing Biden on the ticket as "unhelpful" and "unnecessary." He asserted, "We've got to have the back of this president. You don't turn your back because of one performance. What kind of party does that? Democrats deliver. This president has delivered. We need to deliver for him at this moment. With all due respect, the more time we start having these conversations, go down these rabbit holes, it's unhelpful to our democracy, our fate and future of this country. The world, they need us right now to step up and that's exactly what I intend to do."
Amidst the debate, Newsom, who has been viewed by some as a potential replacement for Biden, firmly stated that he would not be the Democratic candidate in November, dismissing the idea as a "non sequitur." He also expressed his pride in Biden's leadership.
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Biden, now 81, has been under scrutiny due to concerns about his age. His debate performance against Trump in Atlanta was widely criticized, with viewers noting his hoarse voice and lack of energy. Biden also stumbled over answers and seemed to lose his train of thought at times. Trump, who recently turned 78, has also faced age-related criticism.
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A Biden aide revealed that the president was battling a cold during the debate. Despite this, calls for his replacement from some Democrats persisted. Andrew Yang, a 2020 Democratic presidential candidate, posted on X, formerly Twitter, "Guys, the Dems should nominate someone else - before it's too late," adding the hashtag "#swapJoeout."
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Progressive politician Cenk Uygur, who previously ran for California's 25th Congressional District, announced plans on his talk show to "start talking about who should replace Biden" following the debate. He stated on X, "Because at this point it's obvious that it definitely MUST happen."
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Republicans, including Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, also criticized Biden's performance. Vance stated on Fox News, "I think they're going to desperately try to get Joe Biden off the ticket because he was such a disaster tonight. But they can't, it's too late. They have let their voters—basically they gave them one choice, they gave them the Joe Biden choice, and that's what they're stuck with."
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A CNN poll conducted after the debate revealed that 67 percent of debate watchers believed Trump won the debate, while 33 percent sided with Biden. Prior to the debate, 55 percent of respondents believed Trump would perform better, compared to 45 percent siding with Biden.
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Biden and Trump are slated to face off in a second debate on September 10, as they remain the presumptive nominees for their respective political parties. The outcome of this debate could significantly influence the political landscape as the November election approaches.
