In a surprising turn of events, former Obama presidential adviser Van Jones revealed that Democrats have shifted their focus from discussing potential replacements for President Biden in the 2024 election to actively plotting how to get him to step aside. Jones described the party as being in a state of "full-scale panic" behind closed doors, following Biden's highly criticized debate performance against former President Trump.

While Jones acknowledged the importance of defending Biden and allowing him the space to make his own decision, he emphasized that the conversation now revolves around how Biden steps aside, rather than whether he should. Drawing a parallel to former President Trump, Jones claimed that there is a stark contrast between public support and private discussions, with legal memos and PDFs flying back and forth on WhatsApp as Democrats explore their options.

Jones hinted that Vice President Kamala Harris would likely become the party's nominee if Biden were to step aside. He revealed that conversations have already shifted towards discussing who would serve as Harris's running mate, highlighting the disparity between public and private discourse.

Speaking on Biden's behalf, Jones praised him as a great candidate who has dedicated himself wholeheartedly to the country. However, he acknowledged the possibility that Biden might not be able to secure victory in the 2024 election. A mature party, Jones argued, must take this into account.

These revelations come at a crucial time for President Biden, who is actively working to salvage his candidacy and secure the Democratic nomination at the party's convention next month. A recent national poll conducted by The New York Times and Siena College indicates that Trump's lead over Biden in a potential 2024 rematch is widening, sitting at 49% to 43% among likely voters.

Since the disastrous debate performance, Jones has not shied away from expressing his own views on President Biden. Immediately following the debate, he stated that Biden had failed to restore confidence in the country and the party's base. Now, Jones suggests that many will advocate for Biden to consider an alternative course.

As the pressure mounts on President Biden, the Democratic Party finds itself in a crucial juncture, grappling with the decision of whether to seek a new nominee. The outcome of these behind-the-scenes discussions will undoubtedly shape the political landscape for the 2024 election.