Recent rumors circulating on social media suggesting that Michelle Obama could replace Joe Biden as the Democratic candidate for the 2024 presidential election have been firmly dismissed by Tal Kopan, the Deputy DC Bureau Chief of The Boston Globe.
Kopan characterized the speculation as a "Twitter conspiracy theory" and emphasized its lack of validity in the real political landscape.
The Boston Globe Deputy DC Bureau Chief Tal Kopan has denied rumours Michelle Obama may replace Joe Biden as a “Twitter conspiracy theory” which is “not a real thing”.https://t.co/7r1v0IYmkO
— Sky News Australia (@SkyNewsAust) February 2, 2024
Addressing the rumors during an interview with Sky News Australia, Kopan clarified that the notion of Michelle Obama stepping in as a presidential candidate is primarily confined to online discussions and does not hold merit in actual political considerations.
The Deputy DC Bureau Chief expressed doubt about the credibility of such rumors, emphasizing that Joe Biden is the presumed Democratic candidate, and the scenario painted by social media is not a likely one.
The rumors gained momentum following reports that Barack Obama, the former president and Michelle Obama's husband, was soliciting opinions from major Democratic Party donors.
Kopan underscored that while surveys were indeed sent to prominent donors, the timeline for replacing Biden remains unclear.
The speculation surrounding a potential shift between March and May of this year was labeled as unfounded, contributing to the speculative nature of the discourse.
Despite acknowledging the engagement of significant Democratic Party donors in the survey process, Kopan categorically dismissed the rumors as a creation of online discussions rather than a substantive consideration within political circles.
The Deputy DC Bureau Chief maintained a skeptical stance, asserting that the scenario painted by social media lacks a credible foundation.
The rumors about Michelle Obama's potential candidacy surfaced after a reported meeting between Barack Obama and Joe Biden in December, where concerns about the potential return of Donald Trump to the presidency were discussed.
While some pundits have suggested that Michelle Obama might inject a new dynamic into the 2024 race, Kopan remained unconvinced, reiterating the speculative nature of the discussions.
Ongoing discussions within talk radio circles continue to center around Joe Biden's candidacy, with conflicting viewpoints on whether he will run for re-election.
Despite assertions from Biden's advisers that he is committed to running, alternative scenarios are presented by figures such as JPMorgan strategist Michael Cembalest, contributing to the ongoing speculation and debate surrounding the 2024 presidential election.
