Senators Reveal Why Biden Refuses Cognitive Test
Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina recently voiced concerns about President Joe Biden’s cognitive abilities, suggesting that Biden should take a cognitive test to reassure the public. Graham, speaking on Fox News’s Hannity, expressed worry that Biden would fail such a test, which he believes is why Biden has avoided taking one. Graham highlighted the increasing scrutiny from voters about Biden’s mental acuity, particularly since his performance in the first presidential debate.
Graham’s comments reflect broader doubts within the Republican Party regarding Biden’s fitness to serve as president. He emphasized the importance of ensuring that Biden is capable of fulfilling his duties effectively. Graham also commented on Vice President Kamala Harris, noting that her assuming the presidency wouldn’t substantially change policies given her alignment with Biden on many issues, including immigration.
Comparing Biden to former President Donald Trump, Graham noted Trump’s energetic demeanor and joked about his recent golf game. Despite Trump’s age, Graham remarked on his vitality, contrasting it with concerns over Biden’s cognitive sharpness.
Biden, in response to calls for a cognitive test, stated in an interview that he faces such tests daily by performing his presidential duties. He dismissed suggestions of cognitive decline and attributed his lackluster debate performance to a bad night rather than diminished mental faculties.
Trump himself has not been immune to gaffes, recently mispronouncing Representative Ronny Jackson’s name. Trump, who previously boasted about acing his own cognitive test, has challenged Biden to another debate, setting the stage for a potentially contentious exchange.
As the debate over Biden’s cognitive fitness continues, Graham’s remarks underscore ongoing political divisions and uncertainties surrounding the presidency. The issue is likely to remain a focal point as the next election approaches, with implications for how both parties frame their campaigns and policies moving forward.