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The White House indicated that President Joe Biden will not undergo a cognitive test during his upcoming yearly physical exam, despite widespread doubts about his mental fitness for a potential second term.
This announcement follows Special Counsel Robert Hur’s conclusion in a criminal investigation regarding Biden’s handling of classified material, where no criminal charges were recommended.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated that Dr. Kevin O’Connor believes Biden demonstrates his cognitive abilities through his daily decision-making and interactions with world leaders, implying that a cognitive test is unnecessary.
REPORTER: "Any updates on when the president's physical might be taking place?"
KJP: "He will have a physical. When we have information on that, we'll certainly share that with you. We'll be transparent."
REPORTER: What about a cognitive exam?
KJP: "The president proves… pic.twitter.com/4GZr4inA2H
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Dr. Kevin O’Connor believes that the President “proves every day how he operates, how he thinks by dealing with world leaders, by making really difficult decisions on behalf of the — the American people, whether it’s domestic, whether it’s national security,” Jean-Pierre said.
“And so, he shows it every day on how he thinks, how he operates,” she said. “And so, that is how — that is how Dr. O’Connor sees it. And that’s how I’m going to leave it.”
Recent polling data reveals significant concerns among Americans regarding Biden’s age and mental fitness, with a majority expressing doubt about his ability to serve as president for another term.
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