Joe Biden is facing a crisis of competence
August 19, 2021
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3:25Chris Cuomo addresses the resignation of his brother, Gov. Andrew Cuomo
5:16Now PlayingJoe Biden is facing a crisis of competence
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as posted by the channelPresident Joe Biden tried to build a narrative around competency based on his history in public service during the 2020 campaign, but his first term has been complicated by several issues that call that campaign promise into question. In the latest episode of The Point, CNN’s Chris Cillizza examines how Biden’s handling of Covid-19, Afghanistan and other policies have weakened the President’s approval.
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Read the Full Transcript of President Biden’s Remarks on Afghanistan
Remarks by President Biden on the COVID-19 Response and the Vaccination Program
Biden will wear mask indoors where new CDC guidance applies, calls on all Americans to do the same
White House says US will fall short of July 4th vaccination goals
How Americans View Biden's Response To The Coronavirus Crisis
US saw a two-decade high in border crossings in July
Biden Approval Drops to 50%, Lowest for Him to Date
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Writer: Chris Cillizza
Producer: Moira Donohue
The Point Editor: Leigh Munsil
Video Editor: Michelle Cho
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