Donald Trump was filmed hurling a profanity-laden rant about Joe Biden on Wednesday as the former president was out on the golf course - before going on to make a savage dig at VP Kamala Harris
Donald Trump was caught on camera from his golf cart throwing expletive-laden taunts at Joe Biden - followed by a brutal jibe at Vice President Kamala Harris.
The 78-year-old Trump, donned in golfing gear, was seen around the course on Wednesday dishing out an unfiltered tirade, quipping: "How did I do with the debate the other night? I kicked that old, broken down pile of c**p. He's quitting the race", a suggestion Democrats have refuted this week.
He then took a swing at Harris as Biden's potential Democratic successor, branding her "so f****g bad", and further commented on her being "pathetic". The footage also indicated Barron Trump sitting next to Trump on the golf cart.
Elsewhere, during a phone call with campaign staff on Wednesday, President Biden allegedly stated to his team, "No one is pushing me out." This bold declaration comes amidst whispers that top-tier members of his party are attempting to replace him as presidential nominee as he campaigns for reelection this November.
A campaign aide shedding light on the specifics of the telephone conversation, sought anonymity when speaking to The Associated Press, whilst three insiders disclosed to the news agency that both the president and Vice President Kamala Harris made unexpected drop-ins during another phone call on the same day with the Democratic National Committee.
"I am running. I am the leader of the Democratic Party. No one is pushing me out," declared the top aide, sharing the defiant message on X. The subsequent call with the Democratic National Committee was described as a morale-boosting session, emphasising the high stakes of the election.
During this call, committee members urged Biden to stand by his post-debate assertion from last Thursday's calamitous face-off with former president and Republican Donald Trump, where he vowed to bounce back after being savagely taken down by his opponent.
The exposed remarks are part of a broader strategy by the president and his inner circle as they engage in a full-blown damage limitation exercise, aiming to secure the loyalty of crucial supporters who appeared to abandon him following his debate debacle - a performance that saw him occasionally become paralysed on stage, speaking in a fragile, feeble tone.
Inside sources suggest that Democrats have been largely dissatisfied with the justifications provided by Biden and White House officials for his debate showing, including claims that he was unwell. These rationalisations have reportedly ignited considerable irritation within the party ranks, with many wishing Biden had addressed the numerous concerns about his underwhelming debate presence more decisively and promptly.
Trump's swagger may be bolstered by the rescheduling of his sentencing, following a delay due to the recent Supreme Court verdict granting him absolute immunity for actions taken during his presidency. The fresh sentencing date is now set tantalisingly close to the November election.
This comes after the Republican National Convention, which is likely to confirm Trump as the GOP's presidential nominee. The new date penned in for Trump's sentencing is Sept. 18, but Judge Juan Mechan has indicated this could change, stating it will stand "if such is still necessary" given the uncertainty following the Supreme Court's decisive 6-3 decision on Monday.