Hillary Clinton, former Secretary of State, expressed criticism of Joe Biden's decision to run for reelection in 2024 during an interview with David Remnick at 92NY. Clinton stated, "He made a terrible mistake for himself, his legacy and for the country." She suggested that Biden's decision contradicts his previous statements about not running again and argued that if he had stepped aside, there could have been a more competitive Democratic primary.
Clinton's remarks come amid discussions about Biden's health and performance, particularly following a debate where concerns were raised about his well-being. She speculated that any Democratic candidate, including Kamala Harris, would have had a better chance against Donald Trump if Biden had not run. Clinton noted that Biden's prolonged candidacy created challenges for the Democratic Party.
Despite her recent criticisms, Clinton had previously supported Biden throughout the 2024 campaign, stating in June 2024 that the election was a choice between Biden and Trump, emphasizing Biden's commitment to rights and democracy. Fox News Digital did not receive a response from Biden's team regarding Clinton's comments.