Former President Joe Biden criticized President Donald Trump at a Maryland Democratic Party fundraiser, calling him a ‘loser’ and condemning his actions as ‘corrupt’ and ‘incompetent’. Biden’s speech was one of his most pointed critiques of Trump since leaving office.
Biden’s Remarks
Biden told attendees that Trump’s actions, including his handling of the January 6th protests, were unacceptable. ‘What makes me angry is that Trump wants to give taxpayers’ money to the January 6th protesters. That’s what he wants to do,’ Biden said. ‘These people don’t deserve to be compensated. They deserve to be put in jail for a long, long, long time.’
Biden also criticized Trump’s legacy, saying that his administration was marked by ‘narcissism and incompetence’ and ‘brazen, blatant corruption’. Biden’s comments came as he navigates a complicated post-presidency, with many in his party remaining frustrated with his handling of the 2024 election.
Family Involvement
Biden’s family has also been in the spotlight, with his wife, Dr. Jill Biden, releasing a memoir and embarking on a promotional tour. Their son, Hunter Biden, has been active on social media, discussing his past struggles with addiction and sharing his thoughts on politics.
Despite the challenges, Biden remains committed to supporting Democrats, endorsing two former officials in his administration and meeting with Democratic leaders, including Gov. Wes Moore and Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.