Top Journalist Calls Biden A What?

A recent release from veteran journalist Bob Woodward, known for his coverage of the Watergate scandal, is stirring significant debate among political observers. His book, titled “War,” includes troubling eyewitness accounts suggesting that President Joe Biden has shown concerning signs of cognitive decline at various fundraising events.

In a revealing passage, Bill Reichblum, President of Liberties Journal, describes a June 2023 fundraiser hosted by philanthropists Michael and Susie Gelman, where Biden reportedly struggled to articulate his thoughts. Reichblum noted that Biden would start discussing one topic and abruptly switch to another, often repeating the same stories multiple times. “It felt as if he was speaking without any awareness of the audience,” he commented. This lack of coherence raises questions about the President’s cognitive fitness, especially given the high stakes of a presidential campaign.

Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 race came shortly after the Republican National Convention and just days following an attempted assassination on Donald Trump. This abrupt exit followed a widely criticized debate performance against Trump in late June. Interestingly, despite reassurances from Biden’s allies about his mental acuity, Woodward reveals that many aides were reluctant to acknowledge his struggles until they became glaringly evident during the debate.

Moreover, the book outlines troubling observations made by several Democratic donors at a Silicon Valley event in June. One donor expressed concern that Biden appeared eager to leave and only engaged with a couple of pre-arranged questions. Others noted his difficulties with prepared remarks, describing him as reminiscent of “an 87-year-old grandfather,” struggling to connect with attendees.

In contrast, some attendees reported moments of Biden’s apparent vitality at another event later that same day. However, the overall trend painted by eyewitness accounts is concerning. Observers at a fundraiser in New York City noted instances where Biden struggled to recall basic terms, such as “veteran,” and faced direct criticism from an executive who bluntly pointed out that his public appearances were affecting perceptions of his age.

As the narrative surrounding Biden’s fitness to serve continues to unfold, these accounts may play a pivotal role in shaping public opinion as the election season heats up.