Confusion Strikes President Biden During Speech with Jordanian King
President Biden appeared confused and unsure of where to stand during a speech with King Abdullah II of Jordan at the White House.
Biden's Indecision Throws off King Abdullah
During King Abdullah's speech, President Biden seemed uncertain about where to stand, pacing back and forth behind the king. He looked down at the floor as if searching for a mark indicating the proper place for him to stand. After wavering between two spots, he settled on standing to Abdullah's left side.
The king appeared thrown off by Biden's indecision, at one point looking over his left shoulder expecting to see Biden, only to find him not there. Biden apologized and moved over to the left side of the king.
This episode of confusion comes shortly after a report by special counsel Robert Hur concluded that Biden's poor memory could make it difficult for a jury to view him as a reliable witness. Hur declined to recommend criminal charges against the president.
Reactions to Biden's Confusion
Andrew Giuliani, the son of former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani, criticized Biden's behavior, stating that the world is laughing at the US. Some social media users accused Democrats of elder abuse for putting Biden in such situations.
However, there were also defenders of Biden who argued that he was likely looking for a floor marker to position himself correctly for the camera shot. Public polling has consistently shown concerns over Biden's mental fitness, with a majority of Americans believing he is too old to be president.
Despite the criticism and concerns, it is important to note that this incident may not be as alarming as it seems and is not indicative of Biden's overall cognitive abilities.
Concerns About Biden's Mental Fitness
Polls have consistently shown that a large majority of voters are concerned about Biden's mental fitness for office. An ABC News/Ipsos poll conducted after the release of the Hur report revealed that 86% of Americans believe Biden is too old to be president.
Comparatively, 62% of respondents believed former President Donald Trump, who is seeking a rematch against Biden in the November election, was too old for the job. Biden's age continues to be a topic of discussion and concern among the public.
