WASHINGTON, Jan 16 (Alliance News): US President Joe Biden has issued a stern warning about the rising threat of an oligarchy under Donald Trump’s influence, urging Americans to remain vigilant.
In a primetime address from the Oval Office on Wednesday, Biden, who is set to step down next week after a single term, cautioned that the United States is facing a growing concentration of power and wealth in the hands of a few ultra-rich individuals, which he believes jeopardizes democracy.
Biden criticized the increasing power of the “tech industrial complex,” with figures like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg playing a prominent role in Trump’s incoming administration. He described the situation as a dangerous concentration of power, warning that the public is drowning under an avalanche of misinformation and disinformation, enabling the abuse of this concentrated power.
The outgoing president also touched on the rising influence of artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need for the U.S. to take the lead over China in the emerging technology. Furthermore, he expressed concerns that powerful forces were threatening his administration’s achievements, particularly in climate change.
Biden’s speech marked a somber tone as he reflected on his administration’s accomplishments in the economy, healthcare, and addressing gun violence, while lamenting the state of affairs as he prepares for the transfer of power to Trump. Despite Biden’s efforts, polls show low approval ratings, with a CNN survey revealing just 36% approval, making it one of the lowest in his presidency.
Biden also addressed his legacy, acknowledging his personal dedication to the nation’s service but emphasizing that the “soul of America” was at stake. He is leaving office after facing mounting challenges in the final months of his presidency and continued political tension with his successor, Trump.
In his farewell, Biden also reflected on the emotional aspects of his presidency, with the First Lady, Jill Biden, expressing her disappointment over the Democratic Party’s decision to pressure him to step down earlier.
As the nation stands on the brink of another term for Trump, Biden implored Americans to stay alert to the forces that shape the country’s future, saying, “Now it’s your turn to stand guard.