Biden's Incoherent Debate Performance Heightens Fears Over His Age
By Anthony Zurcher, North America editor
President Joe Biden's performance in his first debate of the 2024 campaign against former President Donald Trump has raised concerns about his age and fitness for office.
Biden, who is 82, appeared to struggle at times during the debate, losing his train of thought and making several gaffes. At one point, he referred to Trump as "President Clinton," and at another point, he seemed to forget the name of his own vice president, Kamala Harris.
Trump, 78, was quick to capitalize on Biden's mistakes, accusing him of being "incompetent" and "not up to the job." He also mocked Biden's age, saying that he was "too old" to be president.
The debate performance has fueled speculation about Biden's health and whether he is up to the demands of the presidency. Some Democrats have privately expressed concern about his ability to serve a full second term, while Republicans have seized on his performance as evidence that he is unfit for office.
The White House has defended Biden's performance, saying that he was "not at his best" but that he is still the best candidate to lead the country. However, the debate performance is likely to continue to be a source of concern for both Democrats and Republicans in the run-up to the 2024 election.
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