In a recent New York Times article, they discuss how top-level Democrats are privately debating over whether or not they should attempt to unseat President Donald Trump if, in 2024, he decides to run for a second term. The debate is centered around the idea that Trump is too toxic to maintain a majority in the government, and that by 2024, he could represent a weaker version of himself. However, the concern is that fighting an elderly, damaged version of the president early in the primary season (specifically, in the Iowa caucuses) would lead to negative consequences for the Democratic Party. Some Democratic insiders worry about impeding their party’s future by spending too much energy and resources on a potential fight with Trump before he’s even nominated. This internal debate among Democrats is particularly impactful, as it has the potential to play a role in their nominating process. Chief among the current crop of Democratic contenders is Joe Biden, whose status as past-presidential material could put him at odds with the liberal wing of the party. Another potential candidate is Kamala Harris, who showed promise in the early days of her senate tenure but must now prove herself worthy of national office. It remains to be seen how the long-term fight against Trump will evolve, but as of now, it appears that many Democratic leaders have reservations about attacking the president in earnest until he formally announces his intentions – if he ever does.
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