


Joe Biden's Health Scrutiny Heightened by New Revelations from Tapper and Thompson's 'Original Sin'
A new book highlights Biden's cognitive decline, raising concerns after he failed to recognize George Clooney at a fundraiser, prompting calls for him to withdraw from 2024.
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Former President Joe Biden's health comes under intense scrutiny as reports from the upcoming book "Original Sin" by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson reveal alarming incidents of cognitive decline. At a June 2024 fundraiser, Biden reportedly failed to recognize longtime friend George Clooney, prompting concerns from attendees, including former President Obama. Clooney later called for Biden to step aside after witnessing his struggles during a disastrous debate against Trump. Despite public denials of health issues by Biden's team, the book suggests that aides discussed potential wheelchair use and highlighted conflicts with White House physicians over Biden's rigorous schedule.
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