Veteran CBS News reporter Jan Crawford extensively reported on President Biden's “apparent cognitive decline” earlier this year, until it became inevitable during his disastrous debate with Donald Trump in the summer. He blamed the media for not doing so.
Crawford, the network's chief legal correspondent, responded to questions by arguing that stronger coverage of the topic could have changed the entire election. From “Face the Nation” Moderator Major Garrett talks about the most underreported stories of 2024.
“To me, underreporting and underreporting would mean Joe Biden's obvious cognitive decline that became undeniable in the televised debate,” she said on Sunday morning's show. He spoke at
She then addressed recent reports wall street journal It detailed how White House aides covered up Biden's mental decline over the past four years.
The explosive report says staffers formed a tight circle around the 82-year-old Democratic lawmaker and limited direct contact.
“Yet, he insisted he could still run for president. We should be asking more forcefully whether he is fit for another four years, which could lead to a Democratic primary.” There was,” Crawford said.
“That could have changed the scope of the entire election.”
Questions about Biden's mental health have grown as his first term drags on, after some news outlets, including The Post, reported on his spate of gaffes and struggles in front of cameras.
After Biden had a tough time in the June 27 debate with the octogenarian, there has been increased coverage of whether Biden can lead the country. He was ultimately succeeded by Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee in July.
Harris ultimately lost to Trump, who will retake the White House on January 20.
“Yet, incredibly, we Read at Washington Post Crawford said Biden and his staff “have said they regret withdrawing from the race and think they could have beaten Trump.”
“And I think that's either delusion or they're gaslighting the American people.”
Robert Costa, chief election and campaign correspondent for CBS News, said on “Face the Nation” that Biden was sick during his rough debate performance, adding, “He's always in good spirits. He is back in good health.”
“Despite the reports, that is his position and the position of many of his aides,” Costa said.
