The day after a debate in which he faltered many times, President Joe Biden hit the campaign trail to try and reassure supporters that he is still up for the job and capable of beating former President Donald Trump in November.
His performance in the CNN debate on Thursday led many Democrats to panic about his chances of winning reelection. Some commentators who have long supported Biden even called for him to step aside.
NPR's
Scott Detrow speaks with NPR Senior White House Correspondent
Tamara Keith and Congressional Correspondent
Deirdre Walsh about what happens next and whether Biden can quell Democrats' fears.
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