Trump Claims He Broke Biden on Debate Night — Jill Biden's Memo Sparks New Firestorm

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Private and Public Reactions

Jill says that privately Joe acknowledged the mistake after leaving the stage and that she initially defended him to supporters, praising his answers. The episode is framed in the memoir as deeply alarming for the couple.

Aftermath and Backlash

The debate is described as a turning point: Biden exited the race less than a month later and endorsed then–Vice President Kamala Harris. Some Democrats are angered that Jill revisits the moment while promoting her book.