Biden COVID, Trump sleeps through RNC

The David Pakman Show - July 18, 2024

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THE END? Top Dems call for Biden to STEP ASIDE

There is mounting pressure on President Biden to step aside following a significant shift in Democratic sentiment since the June 27th debate. Prominent figures such as Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer, Hakeem Jeffries, and Adam Schiff have privately advised Biden to consider ending his candidacy, citing concerns over his electability and potential negative impacts on the Democratic Party's chances in upcoming elections. Schiff went public with his concerns yesterday. Pelosi reportedly conveyed polling data indicating Biden's inability to win and potentially jeopardizing the party's control of the House. Schumer forcefully argued that Biden's withdrawal would be beneficial for both the party and the country, sentiments echoed by Jeffries and Schiff, who emphasized the urgency of defeating Trump. The DNC's decision to delay the official nomination process by a week reflects internal discontent and underscores the seriousness of the situation. With Biden currently isolating due to Covid, he now has time to reflect and the decision ultimately rests with him. However, the growing pressure suggests a critical juncture in his campaign.

Still NO medical report on Trump shooting

Shortly after President Biden was diagnosed with COVID-19, medical reports were revealed about his illness and treatment plan. This is in stark contrast to Donald Trump, who has not released details about the injury to his right ear, sustained following the assassination attempt that took place over the weekend. Despite conflicting reports about whether Trump’s injury was caused by a bullet or glass fragments, no official medical report has been released. Michael Steele, former RNC chairman, has questioned this absence, highlighting media bias. Dr. Ronny Jackson’s vague statements about treating Trump’s ear, focusing on divine intervention rather than providing clear medical details, add to the confusion. The conversation underscores a stark contrast in media standards and transparency between Biden and Trump.

From yesterday’s show:

Luke Beasley was at Trump's assassination attempt

Luke Beasley was at the Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where there was an assassination attempt against the former president, leading to widespread panic. He described hearing gunshots and witnessing people flee the scene, with rumors and misinformation spreading rapidly. Despite the heavy law enforcement presence, Beasley doubted that the incident resulted from a lack of security resources, suggesting instead that there might have been a miscommunication or coordination failure. He recounted his experience, including the chaotic aftermath, the spread of misinformation, and the immediate suspicion among rally-goers that Biden was responsible for the attack. Despite the frightening event, Beasley intends to continue attending such rallies, although he is considering ways to maintain his safety. This incident underscores the intense and often conflicting emotions in the aftermath of such events, and the rapid dissemination of rumors and misinformation in crisis situations.

From yesterday’s show:

They say God saved Trump from bullet (and killed a bystander?)

Some right-wingers are claiming divine intervention saved Trump from an assassination attempt, but this notion is problematic as it overlooks the tragic death of an innocent bystander. Sarah Huckabee Sanders claimed at the RNC that divine intervention saved Trump from an assassin's bullet, stating, "Not even an assassin's bullet could stop him. God Almighty intervened because America is one nation under God, and he is certainly not finished with President Trump," which received a standing ovation. Vivek Ramaswamy, a Hindu, echoed this sentiment, noting the bullet's narrow miss and suggesting it was crucial for both Trump and the country's future. Megan Kelly added a numerological interpretation, citing Ephesians 6:11 to suggest a divine connection to the timing of the shooting. This idea of selective divine intervention is controversial, implying that Trump's life is more valuable than the innocent bystander who was killed. It raises moral and theological questions about why God would save one person and not another and why the assassination attempt wasn't prevented altogether.

More on the show:

-- Nicholas Kristof, columnist for the New York Times and author of "Chasing Hope: A Reporter's Life," is now urging President Joe Biden to step aside as 2024 Democratic presidential candidate

-- President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID

-- JD Vance jumps on the "they" shot Trump bandwagon at his first campaign even as Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate

-- MAGA goes racist against JD Vance's Indian wife, Usha Vance

-- A stunning new poll shows that most Americans want both Donald Trump and Joe Biden to drop out of the presidential race

-- Donald Trump appears to sleep during RNC speeches by his son, Donald Trump Jr, and his vice presidential running mate, JD Vance

-- Voicemail caller points out that Melania Trump is completely missing, and corporate media is ignoring the story

-- On the Bonus Show: RNC ratings on first night down 21% from 2016, Paris mayor swims in the Seine to show it's safe, President Biden calls for ban on gun used to shoot Trump, much more...

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