Biden Calls for Trump to Be 'Locked Up' Politically, Sparking Debate on Democracy's Future
October 24, 2024During a recent speech in Concord, New Hampshire, President Joe Biden suggested that former President Donald Trump should be 'locked up,' but later clarified that he meant this 'politically'.
Biden expressed concerns about Trump's serious ambitions, warning that a second Trump presidency would pose a significant threat to democracy.
He noted that international leaders have privately shared their fears about Trump potentially winning the presidency again.
While Trump faces multiple legal challenges, he has managed to delay proceedings thus far.
Vice President Kamala Harris typically refrains from advocating for Trump's imprisonment, emphasizing that legal matters should be resolved by the courts.
Biden's comments have sparked a debate about how Democrats, including Harris, would navigate Trump's numerous legal investigations if he were to win the election.
Biden's remarks echoed Trump's past calls for jailing political opponents, reminiscent of the 'lock her up' chants directed at Hillary Clinton during the 2016 campaign.
Trump continues to assert that Biden is orchestrating the legal challenges he faces, claiming Biden's comments have incited public outrage.
The White House has largely remained silent on the various legal issues surrounding Trump, even as campaign crowds chant 'lock him up' at Harris events.
Despite highlighting achievements in healthcare, Biden's warnings about Trump overshadowed his message on lowering drug prices, framing Trump as a unique threat to democracy.
Biden's comments, made during a health care-focused speech, underscored his belief that preventing Trump from succeeding him is crucial for his legacy.
In response to Biden's remarks, Trump supporters highlighted Biden's mention of 'shooting,' referencing a past assassination attempt against Trump.
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The New York Times • Oct 23, 2024
Biden Quickly Backtracks After Saying Trump Should Be Locked UpThe New York Times • Oct 24, 2024
Trump Calls Out Biden Remark on ‘Lock Him Up’The Guardian • Oct 23, 2024
Biden says Trump should be locked up then clarifies he meant ‘politically’Yahoo News • Oct 23, 2024
Biden says Trump should be locked up then clarifies he meant ‘politically’