Democratic leaders are under scrutiny for not addressing concerns about President Biden’s mental and physical fitness sooner, especially after his poor debate performance against Donald Trump. Despite earlier reassurances from figures like Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Richard Blumenthal about Biden’s acuity, doubts lingered privately among lawmakers.
Some senators admitted concerns about Biden’s stamina existed well before the debate, but they avoided public criticism to prevent undermining their nominee. Biden’s State of the Union performance temporarily quelled fears, but his debate showing reignited them.
Critics are now questioning whether Biden’s inner circle shielded him from feedback. As Democrats grapple with their 2024 defeat, focus is shifting to holding his campaign team accountable while preparing for the challenges of the incoming Trump administration.
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