In the wake of the first 2024 presidential debate, former President Donald Trump has taken a narrow lead over President Joe Biden in New Hampshire, with new polls showing Trump at 44% and Biden at 42%. Biden’s debate performance, criticized for his verbal gaffes and perceived lack of mental acuity, has led to calls from some Democrats and public figures like Bill Maher for him to step aside in favor of younger candidates such as California Governor Gavin Newsom. Trump’s campaign has seized on Biden’s faltering debate showing, with Trump himself emphasizing Biden’s decline during subsequent rallies. Conversely, Biden’s family has expressed their support for his continued candidacy despite internal discussions about potentially replacing top campaign aides due to the debate fallout. The debate has underscored the competitive nature of the upcoming election, with both parties considering strategic adjustments.