White House Chief of Staff Urges Staff Focus

White House chief of staff, Jeff Zients, encouraged staff to focus on governing and tune out distractions following President Joe Biden's recent debate performance. Despite challenges and calls for Biden to step aside, Zients emphasized the administration's accomplishments and the need to stay focused on implementing Biden's agenda. Biden engaged in outreach to Democratic lawmakers to shore up support, while Zients reassured the staff about the strength of Biden's campaign team and urged unity. The White House aims to navigate through tough times and concentrate on governance amidst growing concerns within the Democratic Party about Biden's performance and decision to remain in the race.