In a surprising and controversial statement, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has suggested that President Joe Biden deserves a place on Mount Rushmore. During an interview with CBS News' Lesley Stahl, Pelosi described Biden as "a consequential President of the United States, a Mount Rushmore kind of President".
Pelosi's comments quickly sparked a backlash from conservative figures and commentators. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, where Mount Rushmore is located, was among the first to respond, criticizing the suggestion as inappropriate for someone she claims has undermined American values and endangered the nation.
Nancy Pelosi just told CBS Sunday Morning that Joe Biden should be added to Mt. Rushmore đ¤Ł
I kid you not.
Even liberal anchor Lesley Stahl was like âwhat the hell?â đ pic.twitter.com/CpdcFXRQms
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) August 4, 2024
Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee also ridiculed Pelosi's statement, questioning her sobriety and referencing a past disinformation campaign that depicted her as intoxicated.
The proposal has been met with widespread skepticism and criticism on social media. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy labeled it the most outrageous statement in an already contentious election cycle. Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones also weighed in, calling Pelosi's comments "a truly sick joke".
Welp⌠we have reached peak insanity.
Pelosi just said that Joe Biden is a âMount Rushmore kind of Presidentâ and said that we should add him to the monument.
Someone needs to step in and take the vodka bottle away from Nancy. This is out of control. đpic.twitter.com/1qAwToFkDq
— Clandestine (@WarClandestine) August 4, 2024
This development follows Pelosi's reported private conversation with President Biden, urging him to reconsider his bid for re-election. According to sources, Pelosi expressed concerns that Biden's continued candidacy could jeopardize the Democratic Party's chances in the upcoming elections. Despite Biden's insistence that he could win, Pelosi reportedly remained unconvinced, highlighting internal polls suggesting otherwise.
Pelosi has not publicly confirmed these private discussions, and her office has not commented on the mounting backlash regarding her Mount Rushmore remarks. Meanwhile, Pelosi's social media accounts have focused on other topics, such as the January 6th investigation, without addressing her recent suggestion about Biden.
This incident highlights the deepening divisions within the Democratic Party and the broader political landscape as the 2024 election approaches. Pelosi's endorsement of Biden for such an iconic honor contrasts sharply with her private skepticism about his electoral viability, reflecting the complex dynamics at play within the party.
As the debate over Biden's legacy and future continues, Pelosi's comments are likely to fuel further controversy and discussion among both supporters and critics of the President. Whether Biden's accomplishments will ultimately be deemed worthy of such an honor remains a contentious and polarizing topic.
