In a heated interview on “Morning Joe” this week, President Joe Biden vehemently denied the need for a physician-administered cognitive test, asserting that his daily activities and interactions are more than sufficient to demonstrate his mental acuity.
The interview, which was intended to be a softball segment, quickly turned into a passionate defense by the President against the backdrop of persistent concerns about his cognitive abilities.
Biden’s frustration was palpable as he addressed the issue head-on. “I’ve been out, I’ve been testing myself, testing everywhere I go! Going out and making the case,” he exclaimed, emphasizing the rigor of his daily schedule as a form of self-assessment. He went on to express his exasperation with the media and public discourse surrounding his cognitive decline, stating, “The night of that debate, I went out. I was out until two o’clock in the morning that very night. That very night. It drives me nuts people talking about this!”
MSDNC: "Have you been tested for any age-related illnesses … that might explain having a night like that where you couldn't finish sentences!?"
BIDEN (angry rambling): "I've been testing myself! … It drives me NUTS people talking about this!" pic.twitter.com/A5iyoij06s
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You can literally hear Biden fumble with the pre-written scripts his handlers gave him to read.
Not a good look, Crooked Joe! pic.twitter.com/MZtmhgVBNN
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The interview comes at a time when scrutiny of Biden’s mental health has intensified. Notably, recent White House visitor logs have revealed that a renowned expert on Parkinson’s disease has visited the premises eight times in the past eight months. While the White House has not commented on the nature of these visits, the frequency raises questions about the President’s health.
BIDEN (ANGRY AND DELUSIONAL): "I'm not bad at what I do!" pic.twitter.com/Ya1JgJWgG0
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Biden’s combative stance during the “Morning Joe” interview underscores the ongoing debate about the cognitive fitness of the nation’s oldest president. Critics argue that a formal cognitive test would provide transparency and reassurance to the American people, while Biden maintains that his performance in office speaks for itself.
"How can you assure the American people that you won't have another night like the one you did in Atlanta?"
BIDEN: "How can you assure you're gonna be on, on, you know — fate's not gonna intervene on your way to go to work tomorrow?"
😬😬😬 pic.twitter.com/heW2rk7VAv
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As the 2024 election cycle heats up, Biden’s ability to effectively lead the nation and his potential cognitive decline will undoubtedly remain a topic of intense discussion. The President’s decision to forgo a cognitive test and his fiery defense of his mental abilities will likely fuel further debate and speculation about his fitness for office.
