Trump is not happy.
Former President Donald Trump was deeply engaged on social media ahead of his debate with President Biden in Atlanta, expressing vehement criticism of his opponent and frustration with Fox News. Using his Truth Social platform, Trump launched into a series of posts attacking Biden as a dire threat to American democracy and the nation itself. Emphasizing his disdain, Trump accused Biden of jeopardizing fundamental democratic principles and undermining the country’s very existence, labeling his policies as detrimental, particularly regarding border and immigration issues.
Trump’s critique of Biden’s policies foreshadowed the focal points he intended to highlight during the upcoming debate, notably Biden’s handling of border security and alleged crimes committed by illegal migrants. In contrast, Biden’s camp was prepared to defend his recent executive actions and likely pivot to critique Trump’s stance on abortion, framing him as a threat to women’s rights.
In addition to his attacks on Biden, Trump took aim at Fox News for what he perceived as biased coverage, questioning the network’s decision to feature Biden’s campaign spokesperson without sufficient scrutiny. This criticism reflects Trump’s ongoing dissatisfaction with media outlets he perceives as insufficiently supportive.
Ammar Moussa, responding on behalf of the Biden campaign, dismissed Trump’s criticisms as indicative of obsession, asserting that Biden’s spokesperson was “living rent-free” in Trump’s mind. This exchange underscored the intense anticipation surrounding the debate, moderated by CNN anchors Jake Tapper and Dana Bash in Atlanta, with widespread simulcast across major media platforms.
As Trump geared up for the debate, his social media activity underscored the high stakes and deep divides characterizing the political landscape, highlighting his strategy to paint Biden as a danger to core American values while preparing to challenge Biden’s record on critical issues.