NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: In an unforgettable moment, President Joe Biden, aged 80, walked off the set of a live MSNBC interview with Nicolle Wallace, host of 'Deadline: White House'. The interview, which covered a range of topics including the Supreme Court's recent Affirmative Action decision, the January 6 insurrection, and former President Donald Trump, took an unexpected turn when Biden decided to end the conversation prematurely.
During the interview, Wallace delved into sensitive issues surrounding the Supreme Court and questioned Biden about his administration's response to recent landmark decisions. The President expressed his concerns over the Court's perceived deviation from traditional precedents and cited several contentious rulings, including the overturning of Roe v. Wade. He was concerned that the court may be politicized in a way that cannot be undone.
Unraveling the mystery behind the unexpected exit from MSNBC Interview
The conversation then shifted to the January 6 Capitol attack and the Justice Department's investigation into Trump's potential involvement. Biden defended his stance of not interfering with the case and emphasized his faith in the institutions to uphold the rule of law. He also touched on international matters, remaining tight-lipped about what he knew in advance of the unrest in Russia.
As the interview progressed, Biden shared his thoughts on the modern-day Republican Party, differentiating it from what it used to be. He spoke fondly of late Senator John McCain's values and criticized attempts to downplay McCain's heroic legacy during the Trump administration. While discussing the Grand Old Party's current state, the President emphasized that there were still many "good Republicans" in the party, pointing to Senator Mitt Romney as an example.
However, as the conversation concluded, Biden's stood up and left the set, leaving Wallace visibly surprised and the cameras still rolling. The walkout has sparked intense debate and speculation about its underlying reasons. Some have interpreted it as a strategic move to avoid further questioning on contentious issues, while others have seen it as a spontaneous reaction to the intensity of the interview.
'MAGAs are desperately grasping for something'
Internet users seized the moment and turned it into a scandal. One user tweeted, "Oh, come on. Who exits an interview on live tv like that?" Another sarcastically said, "The interview was over. He got up and left. What a scandal!!" A third added, "May have been more “appropriate” to exit during the commercial break, but MAGAs are desperately grasping for something. Anything." "Can we start questioning his health..," read a tweet. "Trump walked off while the interview was still happening. What's the difference???" questioned another. A user tweeted, "When you are the President even TV takes a back seat."
