As whispers of President Joe Biden’s potential early retirement swirl around Capitol Hill, concerns are mounting over whether the oldest president in U.S. history is up to the monumental task of leading the nation. On Wednesday, Biden’s response to a straightforward question about his tenure was less than reassuring and bordered on bizarre.
When asked if he planned to serve his full term, Biden snapped at the journalist with, “Are you okay? Are you alright? You’re not hurt, are you? I said are you okay?
“Did you fall on your head or something?”
The Republican camp has been vocal about Biden’s age and its impact on his presidential capabilities. Amidst a backdrop of national challenges, including soaring inflation and contentious immigration issues, the GOP doubts Biden’s fitness to govern, questioning if age is finally catching up with him.
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Tensions have been palpable within the Democratic Party as well, as Biden’s top advisors and strategists seem increasingly jittery about his prospects, particularly against a potential rematch with former President Donald Trump. A private list maintained by an advisor to major Democratic donors catalogs nearly two dozen potential reasons for Biden’s defeat—his age and the unpopularity of Vice President Kamala Harris topping the chart.
As the Biden administration lurches toward the next election cycle, the mood within the party has shifted dramatically. The once hopeful narrative has given way to a gloomy outlook, with many inside the camp fearing that the relentless and joyless campaign grind could lead to an inevitable downfall.
REACTIONS:
Didn’t answer the question. Attacks the questioner. Norms restored
— Jim Muessig (@JimMuessig) May 29, 2024
That didn’t make the big guy look good
— Dennis Dockery (@slobzilla) May 29, 2024
Did he ever answer the question? 🙄
— Sweet Dreams (@SweetDreams5771) May 29, 2024
Lost in space
— Gary Doan (@GaryMichaelDoan) May 29, 2024
Showing off for his friends.
— Kelkat (@Tweetytweeter63) May 29, 2024
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