In his first TV interview since the debate, President Joe Biden denied having a medical condition and attributed his performance to simply having a “bad episode.” Speaking with ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos, Biden defended his reelection bid and dismissed calls for him to step aside due to concerns about his mental and physical state.
During the interview, Biden refused to commit to a cognitive exam but stated that he believes he has the stamina to remain president for another four years. He emphasized that his daily schedule and workload serve as evidence of his capability to handle the responsibilities of the presidency.
Biden also took the opportunity to criticize his Republican opponent, Donald Trump, during a rally in Wisconsin. He highlighted Trump’s past flubs and inaccuracies, including a statement about airports during the Revolutionary War, to shift the focus away from his own debate performance.
Despite calls from some lawmakers and Democrats for him to withdraw from the race, Biden remained determined to stay in the presidential campaign. Illinois Democratic Rep. Mike Quigley suggested that Biden should step aside to prevent potential catastrophe, but Biden dismissed such calls, stating that Mark Warner was the only one considering that possibility.
Overall, Biden expressed confidence in his ability to continue leading the country and urged the American people to judge him based on his actions and achievements over the coming months.