White House Denies Conspiratorial Plot to Oust Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre
Amidst heightened tensions within the Biden administration, the LA News Center has uncovered a bombshell report alleging a secret plan to remove White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre from her position.
Debunking the Allegations: LA News Center Investigation
**Deputy White House press secretary Andrew Bates has fiercely rejected claims from multiple sources, stating:**
- The claims are fabricated and wildly false.
- Jean-Pierre was never approached with such a request.
- Senior adviser Anita Dunn and Chief of Staff Jeff Zients have been staunchly supportive of Jean-Pierre.
Bates emphasized that Jean-Pierre spends four hours preparing each press briefing and has received unwavering support from both Dunn and Zients.
Sources’ Allegations of Unpreparedness and Discontent
According to sources familiar with the plan, Jean-Pierre’s perceived over-reliance on her binder during press briefings has raised concerns within the administration. They argue that this reliance falls short of adequately representing President Biden as he gears up for his re-election campaign.
One source claimed that senior White House officials, including Dunn and Zients, were exploring a “graceful exit” for Jean-Pierre to avoid direct confrontation. The strategy was reportedly to have trusted individuals persuade her to step down or relocate to a different administration role with similar tenure to previous press secretaries.
However, these efforts were met with resistance, and Jean-Pierre is said to have communicated her determination to remain in the position until after the election.
Dunn’s Email Contradicts Exit Plan Claims
An email obtained by the LA News Center, reportedly sent by Anita Dunn in February, contradicts the allegations of a planned exit for Jean-Pierre.
**Dunn wrote:** “KJP isn’t going anywhere, so this is a ridiculous piece.”
This email was sent in response to a separate news article unrelated to Jean-Pierre’s alleged departure.
Mounting Pressure on Biden’s Re-Election Bid
The denial of Jean-Pierre’s impending departure comes as President Biden faces negative polls and increasing doubts about his reelection chances.
A CNN poll recently revealed that former President Trump continues to hold an advantage over Biden in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup. Additionally, more than half of respondents reported dissatisfaction with Biden’s presidency.
These findings suggest that Biden’s re-election bid may face significant challenges as he attempts to secure the Democratic nomination and ultimately win a second term.
