Trump’s Iran Strike Hands Biden Edge in 2020 Democratic Race
- Biden seized on attack as proof he can face Trump in November
- Voters could be wary of switching leaders if war erupts
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The drone strike that killed Iran’s top military commander thrust the 2020 presidential campaign Friday into a new focus on foreign policy, a moment that could play to the strengths of Joe Biden in the Democratic primary race.
Biden seized on the killing of Iran’s Qassem Soleimani as a chance to remind Democratic voters of why he believes he’s the best suited to face President Donald Trump on foreign policy in the general election.