Biden faces backlash after speech as Democrats grapple with election loss to Trump

President Joe Biden faced criticism after his speech following Donald Trump's election victory. Biden praised Vice President Kamala Harris and promised a smooth transition, but media outlets, including CNN, suggested he damaged his own legacy. Trump improved his support in key swing states and even in traditionally Democratic areas. Harris conceded to Trump after a disappointing election, where she struggled to maintain Biden's previous margins in states like New Jersey. Senator Bernie Sanders criticized the Democratic Party's campaign, claiming it alienated working-class voters. He argued that the party's failure to connect with its base contributed to the election loss.