Inside Biden World: The Chaotic 96-Hour Campaign Moment

This special edition of The Campaign Moment brings you inside President Biden’s campaign as the Democratic Party grapples with the fallout from his performance at the first presidential debate. Senior political reporter Aaron Blake and White House reporter Tyler Pager join co-host Martine Powers to discuss the details of Biden’s debate preparation, his rally to reinvigorate his image, and the discussions within his team about potentially replacing him before the Democratic convention.

Aaron Blake, who writes The Washington Post’s “The Campaign Moment” newsletter, and Tyler Pager, who has been covering Biden’s campaign, share exclusive behind-the-scenes insights about the current state of the campaign. They delve into the challenges facing Biden and his team as they navigate a changing political landscape and address concerns about the president’s performance.

Today’s episode was produced by Laura Benshoff and mixed by Sean Carter, with additional production by Ali Bianco. It was edited by Allison Michaels and Mary Jo Murphy. For more exclusive content and analysis, subscribe to Aaron’s newsletter, The Campaign Moment, and stay informed about the latest developments in the 2024 campaign. Subscribe to The Washington Post for comprehensive coverage of all things politics and more.