Ladies and gentlemen, let's dive into the latest buzz surrounding President Biden's mental health, brought to light by the legendary journalist Carl Bernstein. It's a topic that's been generating quite a stir, and for good reason. Bernstein, known for his groundbreaking work on the Watergate scandal, recently made some eye-opening allegations on CNN's Anderson Cooper 360° about the President’s cognitive health.
Over the past year, sources close to President Biden have reportedly observed up to 20 instances of mental decline. Bernstein's informants, many of whom are staunch supporters and long-time allies of the President, describe these incidents as deeply troubling.
This revelation comes on the heels of Biden’s widely criticized debate performance against former President Donald Trump, which Bernstein claims was not an isolated event but rather part of a pattern.
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Bernstein shared that these sources, who are intimately familiar with Biden, have witnessed moments where the President appeared disoriented or struggled to maintain his train of thought. These individuals, who have stood by Biden through thick and thin, are now voicing their concerns more adamantly than ever. Bernstein emphasized the significance of these claims, noting that even some reporters have observed similar instances of cognitive decline.
During his conversation with Anderson Cooper, Bernstein recounted a particularly startling event from about a year ago. At a fundraiser held at the old Four Seasons restaurant in New York, Biden reportedly became very stiff, almost immobilized, necessitating a chair for him to continue his speech. This incident, among others, has been cited as evidence of the President’s declining health by those close to him.
Despite these concerns, Bernstein pointed out that President Biden can still perform admirably under pressure, as seen in his recent White House address criticizing the Supreme Court’s ruling on Trump’s legal immunity. However, the juxtaposition of these high points with moments of perceived decline has left many in his inner circle deeply worried.
One of the most striking aspects of Bernstein’s revelations is the alleged resistance from within Biden’s team to address these concerns. According to Bernstein, those who have raised the issue with Ron Klain, Biden’s former White House Chief of Staff, have faced significant pushback.
This reluctance to acknowledge and address the President’s health issues has only fueled the anxieties of his supporters.