President Biden is facing a polling deficit with seven months to go until the November election. To boost his re-election bid, Biden will join forces with former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton at a fundraising event in New York City. The campaign expects to raise over $25 million from the star-studded gathering at Radio City Music Hall.
The event will feature an 'armchair conversation' with the three presidents moderated by Stephen Colbert, along with musical performances by Lizzo, Queen Latifah, and others. Tickets range from $225 to $500,000 for an intimate reception with Biden, Obama, and Clinton.
The fundraising haul will help Biden maintain his cash advantage over his Republican challenger, former President Donald Trump. Campaign co-chair Jeffrey Katzenberg emphasized the event's significance as a demonstration of support for the Biden-Harris ticket.
The collaboration of the three presidents aims to rally the Democratic base behind Biden and highlight the party's achievements. Democratic strategist Maria Cardona praised the event as a showcase of modern Democratic leadership.
Despite his fundraising lead, Biden trails Trump in early polling, both nationally and in key battleground states. Obama recently met with Biden to discuss the upcoming election, underscoring the importance of Democratic unity.
As the campaign intensifies, Biden must address concerns about his age and appeal to key voter demographics. Meanwhile, Trump faces legal challenges and must secure support from Republican voters, including those who backed Nikki Haley in the GOP nomination race.
Both candidates face critical tasks in the lead-up to the election, with fundraising, public opinion, and voter outreach playing pivotal roles in shaping the race.
