Thu Jan 09 10:23:23 UTC 2025: ## Outgoing President Biden Believes He Could Have Won Re-election
**Washington, D.C. – January 9, 2025** – In an exclusive interview with USA Today, outgoing President Joe Biden stated his belief that he could have secured a second term had he remained in the presidential race. While acknowledging uncertainty about serving until age 86, Biden cited unspecified polling data suggesting a strong chance of defeating Republican Donald Trump in the November election.
The 82-year-old president, the oldest in US history, faced persistent questions regarding his fitness for office leading up to his withdrawal from the race following a poorly received televised debate with Trump. He cited concerns about age and the desire to “pass the baton” as factors in his decision, although he did not address this debate directly or his broken promise of a single term in his USA Today interview.
Biden expressed regret over the slow pace of infrastructure projects and the spread of misinformation, specifically citing false narratives surrounding New Year’s Day attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas. He also confirmed considering preemptive pardons for individuals potentially targeted by President-elect Trump but said a decision hasn’t been reached. During a post-election meeting, Biden reportedly warned Trump against settling scores, a warning Trump listened to without comment.
For his legacy, Biden hopes to be remembered for his economic recovery plan and restoring American global leadership, emphasizing honesty and integrity throughout his presidency. This interview marks Biden’s only scheduled one-on-one with a print outlet before leaving office.
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