President Biden appeared at a political event in Columbia, South Carolina, on Friday evening, revisiting the state where his 2020 primary victory proved pivotal. The event, hosted by the South Carolina Democrat Party, was framed as a celebration of his long career in public service.
However, the evening began with a disconcerting moment as Biden disembarked from Air Force One. Witnesses reported he appeared disoriented, approaching a woman in a wheelchair and accepting her phone before appearing unable to proceed, requiring an aide to intervene.
Later, addressing attendees at the Columbia Museum of Art, Biden launched a sharp critique of former President Trump. His speech centered on contrasting his administration’s record with that of his predecessor, particularly regarding the border and the economy.
In a striking claim, Biden asserted that he, not Trump, had effectively managed border security. He stated that border crossings were lower when he left office than when he inherited the presidency, a point delivered with a noticeable hesitation regarding Trump’s name.
Biden further declared he had left Trump a thriving economy, characterizing it as “the strongest in the world.” This statement arrived despite economic conditions at the time showing significant inflationary pressures impacting American households.
The event served as both a nostalgic look back at a crucial campaign moment and a platform for Biden to articulate his vision and challenge the legacy of his political rival. The evening’s events, however, were marked by both celebratory rhetoric and moments that raised questions about the President’s demeanor.
