Trump cites Biden nearly 900 times this year as midterm race heats up
Donald Trump has referenced Joe Biden close to 900 times in speeches, interviews and on Truth Social, using the former president as his primary political foil ahead of the November midterms.
According to a review, Donald Trump has invoked Joe Biden’s name at least 890 times this year across roughly 200 public appearances and about 190 Truth Social posts, averaging three mentions daily. The former president attributes a wide array of problems—including the economy, border security, and foreign-policy challenges—to Biden’s tenure. Trump’s repeated attacks were highlighted at events such as the Republican midterm convention in Dallas and a NATO meeting in Turkey, where he set a daily record of 16 mentions.
Strategists suggest the tactic is meant to divert scrutiny from Trump’s own record as the midterm elections approach. Biden’s spokesperson declined comment, while a former senior Biden official dismissed the barrage as an unhealthy fixation.
Why it matters
The frequency of Trump’s attacks on Biden shapes the political narrative ahead of crucial midterm elections.
How this story developed
- Sep 10 Trump vows $5,000 payout to adults if GOP controls Congress
- Sep 10 Several GOP lawmakers publicly questioned the feasibility and fiscal impact of the dividend.
- Sep 11 Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa voiced support for a universal $5,000 payout while insisting it should not be conditioned on the midterm results.
- Sep 14 Rep. Mike Lawler said a funding source must be identified for the proposed payout.
- Sep 16 The Federal Reserve announced a quarter-point increase in its benchmark rate, marking the first hike since the previous administration and the first under Chair Kevin Warsh.
- Sep 16 The Fed announced a quarter‑point increase to its key interest rate.
- Sep 17 Fed increased the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to a 3.75‑4 percent target range in its first hike since 2023, with a 12‑0 vote.
- Sep 18 Fed officials indicated that at least one more 0.25‑point rate increase may be implemented before year‑end.
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