Democrats scramble to limit damage as Biden’s stumbling debate heightens age fears
President Joe Biden’s halting debate performance on Thursday night has crystallised concerns about the 81-year-old incumbent’s fitness for office, leading some in his own party to begin questioning whether he should be replaced on the ballot before the November 5 presidential election. But there is no evidence Biden is willing to end his campaign – and it would be nearly impossible for Democrats to replace him unless he chooses to step aside.
President Joe Biden’s halting debate performance on Thursday night has crystallised concerns about the 81-year-old incumbent’s fitness for office, leading some in his own party to begin questioning whether he should be replaced on the ballot before the November 5 presidential election. But there is no evidence Biden is willing to end his campaign – and it would be nearly impossible for Democrats to replace him unless he chooses to step aside.
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