A recent report has shed light on President Biden's absence during negotiations over a spending bill to fund the government past Friday. According to sources, Democrats seem to be content with Biden's low profile during this critical time.
Despite the urgency to avert a government shutdown, there appears to be little demand for Biden's direct involvement. Democratic leaders have indicated that they have not been in communication with the President, with one stating that they have only been in contact with White House staffers.
During a caucus meeting among House Democrats, there was reportedly no discussion of Biden's stance on the stalemate, with some members even referring to Elon Musk as 'President Musk.'
Some Biden allies have suggested that his silence may be a strategic move to position President-elect Donald Trump to take the blame for any potential shutdown, thereby damaging him politically before he assumes office.
While Biden has remained out of the spotlight, spending time at his Delaware home, the report highlights a growing perception that Trump and Musk are emerging as influential figures in the current political landscape.
Democrats are reportedly aiming to shift responsibility for a shutdown onto Trump and Musk, hoping to shield Biden from any fallout. However, concerns have been raised about the President's diminishing stamina, with reports indicating that some staff members have observed this trend since early 2021.
As the negotiations continue and the deadline looms, the dynamics of leadership and influence in Washington appear to be evolving, with Biden's absence prompting speculation and analysis about the shifting power dynamics at play.
