Biden Faces High-Stakes News Conference, Defends Decision to Run Again
President Biden's Age and Mental Fitness Questioned
Democrats Express Concerns Amid False and Misleading Claims
WEB - President Joe Biden on Thursday faced a test he had avoided so far this year: a solo news conference with questions from the press. The conference took place on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Madrid and was widely seen as a high-stakes event for Biden, who is facing questions about his age, mental fitness, and his decision to run for reelection.
WEB - In a nearly hourlong news conference, Biden defended his decision to stay in the race amid questions about his age and mental fitness. He also addressed a number of other issues, including the war in Ukraine, the economy, and the upcoming midterm elections.
WEB - Biden's performance at the news conference was met with mixed reactions. Some observers praised him for his candor and willingness to take questions, while others criticized him for making a number of false and misleading claims.
WEB - Democrats have kept piling on as Biden stands firm. US President Joe Biden, who is under intense scrutiny amid questions over his age and fitness, mistakenly introduces Ukraine's president as Vladimir Putin.
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