Jake Tapper Recounts Behind-the-Scenes Reaction to Biden's Disastrous Debate Performance

The Debate's Shocking Turn

• 📌 The presidential debate was described as a disturbing and utterly shocking event, even for those who had witnessed President Biden's previous gaffes.
• 💡 While many had seen Biden age and exhibit uncomfortable moments, the debate presented a new level of shock, leading to a feeling of being shocked but not surprised.
• ⚠️ Biden's physical state was noticeable, with a cold affecting his voice, making it thinner and readier than in previous years.

Key Moments and Reactions

• 🗣️ A critical moment occurred when Biden lost his train of thought, grasping for words and eventually stating, "We finally beat Medicare," which was presumed to be a misstatement for "We finally beat COVID."
• 📝 Tapper's text to his producing team read "holy smokes," while co-moderator Dana Bash wrote on paper, "he just lost the election."
• 📉 The debate is considered by some to be the worst in the history of presidential debates dating back to 1960.

Post-Debate Observations

• 🚶‍♂️ Following the debate, Biden appeared unaware of the severity of what had just occurred, with Jill Biden assisting him off the stage.
• 🤷‍♂️ He made an awkward comment about his cold and Trump's lies before wandering off with Jill, leaving observers questioning what they had just witnessed.
• ⏰ The late start time of the debate at 9 PM was also noted as a poor decision, especially given Biden's performance.

The Rio Reset and Diversification

• 🌍 A global summit of BRICS nations in Rio is discussed, with the goal of displacing the US dollar as the global currency, termed the "Rio Reset."
• 💰 Concerns are raised about a potential decrease in global demand for US dollars, impacting savings, and the suggestion to diversify into gold is presented.
• 📈 Birch Gold Group is recommended for assistance with moving savings into a tax-sheltered IRA in precious metals.