President Joe Biden has declined to take a drug test before his highly anticipated debate with former President Donald Trump on Thursday. This comes after Trump repeatedly called on the 81-year-old Biden to take a drug test, citing concerns about the president’s mental and physical well-being.
Trump has been vocal about his belief that Biden is unfit for office, often referring to him as “Sleepy Joe.”
The former president has also questioned Biden’s cognitive abilities, suggesting that the president may be under the influence of performance-enhancing drugs.
BREAKING:
🇺🇸 Biden refuses to take a drug test before tonight's presidential debate against former President Donald Trump. pic.twitter.com/A2X2kZ9eLb
— Megatron (@Megatron_ron) June 27, 2024
Despite these concerns, no rule was imposed by the debate contract to require Biden to take a drug test. However, several stipulations that critics argue only benefit Biden were included in the agreement. These include two scripted breaks, microphones being turned off during certain portions of the debate, the absence of a live audience, and the event being hosted by CNN, a network known for its anti-Trump bias.
Joe Biden didn’t agree to a drug test before the debate tonight.
Trump did.
Joe Biden didn’t agree to debate a third party candidate.
Trump did.
Joe Biden requested there not to be a live audience.
Trump didn’t.
Now – who is more fit to be President?
— Steve 🇺🇸 (@SteveLovesAmmo) June 27, 2024
The Biden campaign has not provided a clear explanation for the president’s refusal to take a drug test. Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre did not deny the reports of Biden’s intense doping regimen when asked about it Thursday, instead refusing to answer the question.
Karine Jean-Pierre does not deny Biden is being juiced with performance-enhancing drugs ahead of tonight's debate pic.twitter.com/GfEW7IKR0d
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) June 27, 2024
Regardless of the reason, Biden’s refusal to take a drug test has only fueled the controversy surrounding his fitness for office. Many conservatives argue that the president’s actions are a clear indication of his lack of transparency and his unwillingness to address the concerns of the American people.
As the debate approaches, all eyes will be on Biden and Trump as they face off for the first time in months. The outcome of this debate could have a significant impact on the upcoming election, and many are eager to see how the two candidates perform under pressure.
