Christie's Impact and Biden's Strategy in Focus: Insights from Jen Psaki

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13/01/2024 22h14

In a recent episode of "Inside with Jen Psaki," host Jen Psaki discussed the impact of Governor Chris Christie's withdrawal from the GOP primary and the future strategy of President Joe Biden's campaign. Psaki also highlighted the historic moment in St. Paul and shared the weekend routine of NBC News reporter Jillian Frankel.

With Christie exiting the race, the remaining candidates had an opportunity to shine on the debate stage. Psaki noted that Christie's absence meant fewer chances to remind voters of the harsh truths regarding Donald Trump's position as the likely Republican nominee. However, his endorsement could still carry weight in New Hampshire, where some of his supporters appear inclined to support Nikki Haley. This support might make a difference as Haley continues to close the gap with Trump. Although Christie has not formally endorsed Haley, it could be a key factor in the primary race.

Looking at the Biden campaign, Psaki highlighted two important takeaways from her conversation with senior members of the Biden-Harris team. Firstly, they plan to focus on Trump's record, armed with evidence to sway public opinion. They aim to use social media to highlight extreme statements made by Republicans in real-time. Secondly, the campaign is determined to meet people where they are. This involves strategic investments in paid media, targeted and traditional media, and utilizing social media as a communication and organizing tool. The digital teams of the Biden campaign are gearing up for the upcoming fight, and more insights will be shared in the upcoming episode.

Shifting our focus to St. Paul, Psaki informed viewers about a historic moment as the city celebrated the swearing-in of its first all-woman city council. This milestone makes St. Paul possibly the largest city in the United States to have an all-female city council, according to the Center for Women and Politics at Rutgers University. The diverse representation on the council brings renewed hope for greater inclusivity and opportunities for women in politics.

In addition to these insights, Psaki also shared the weekend routine of Jillian Frankel, an NBC News embed covering the Iowa caucuses. With the caucuses just days away, Frankel is on the ground, engaging with voters and attending candidate events. On weekends, she enjoys a well-deserved rest by sleeping in until 7 a.m. before gearing up for campaign coverage across Iowa. In her free time, she catches up on missed articles and manages to incorporate a quick run to kickstart her day.

As the political landscape continues to evolve, these insights from "Inside with Jen Psaki" shed light on the impact of Christie's withdrawal, the Biden campaign strategy, and notable developments such as St. Paul's all-woman city council. Stay tuned for further updates and analysis in the next episode.

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