Biden Scolds Reporters

President Biden gave some parting attacks to the press during a public White House event Sunday night.

Fox News’ Lucas Tomlinson reported that after signing the Social Security Fairness Act, Biden took a few questions from the crowd which led the president to target President-elect Donald Trump.

"Do you still believe he’s a threat to democracy?" a reporter asked.

"I think what he did was a genuine threat to democracy," Biden responded.

After responding to the allegation that Trump plans to end birthright citizenship, Biden switched the topic to attacking the reporters.

"I might be the oldest president, but I know more world leaders than any one of you have ever met in your whole goddamn life!" Biden said.

The most civil, decent, and devoutly Catholic president we’ve ever had. 🙄 https://t.co/O9cK0WuLH9

— Scott Jennings (@ScottJenningsKY) January 5, 2025

Many X users quickly blasted the comment. 

Outgoing President Joe Biden's relationship with the news media has been a topic of discussion lately. It seems like Biden's team has been using social media to control the narrative and bypass traditional news outlets. For instance, when Biden withdrew from the presidential race, his team announced it on social media first, catching many in the media off guard .

Some critics argue that Biden's team is trying to manipulate public opinion by selectively releasing information through social media. They claim this approach allows the White House to present a curated version of events, without facing tough questions from journalists.

Criticisms of Biden's Media Strategy

• Bypassing Traditional Media: Biden's team has been accused of bypassing traditional media outlets to avoid scrutiny.
• Controlling the Narrative: Critics argue that Biden's social media approach allows the White House to control the narrative and present a curated version of events ².
• Lack of Transparency: Some argue that this strategy lacks transparency and accountability, as the public is not getting the full story.

Reactions from the Media

• Frustration and Confusion: Many journalists expressed frustration and confusion over the unconventional announcement.
• Calls for Transparency: Some media outlets have called for greater transparency and accountability from the White House.
• Debate Over Media Strategy: The incident sparked a debate about the effectiveness and ethics of Biden's media strategy.

Other Controversies Surrounding Biden and the Media

• Accusations of Liberal Bias: Some critics argue that the media has been too soft on Biden, while others claim the president is being unfairly targeted.
• Disputes Over Fact-Checking: There have been disputes over fact-checking and the accuracy of reporting on Biden's policies and actions.
• Tensions with Conservative Media: Biden's administration has faced criticism from conservative media outlets, who accuse the president of being hostile to their views.