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WSJ Report Reveals Biden, 82, Administration Limited Interactions to Manage President's Decline, Canceled National Security Meetings

Dec 19, 2024, 03:38 PM

A recent report by the Wall Street Journal highlights how the Biden administration managed the president's declining health by limiting his interactions with the public, Cabinet members, and key Democratic leaders. The administration reportedly utilized go-betweens to control access to Biden and scripted public engagements to obscure his frailty. This strategy was implemented to mitigate concerns regarding Biden's mental and physical capabilities, which have been under scrutiny since the early months of his presidency. The article reveals that aides often dictated the flow of information to Biden and minimized his exposure to critical discussions, including national security meetings, which were canceled on days when he was deemed unfit to participate. The administration has denied any decline in Biden's health, despite evidence suggesting that his limitations were recognized internally. The report raises questions about the decision-making processes within the White House and the extent to which unelected aides influenced governance during Biden's tenure as president.