Former President Barack Obama stood behind President Joe Biden after his disastrous debate performance on Thursday.

“Bad debate nights happen,” Obama said. “Trust me, I know.”

He backed up Biden while many call for others to take his place as the Democratic nominee.

“But this election is still a choice between someone who has fought for ordinary folks his entire life and someone who only cares about himself,” the former president continued. “Between someone who tells the truth; who knows right from wrong and will give it to the American people straight — and someone who lies through his teeth for his own benefit. Last night didn’t change that, and it’s why so much is at stake in November.”

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Obama’s support likely proves key to Biden, who admitted Friday that he’s not as good at debating as he once was.

Biden was the former president’s running mate in 2008 and 2012.