The White House confirmed Monday that President Biden will not undergo cognitive testing as part of his upcoming physical exam.
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Biden’s doctor, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, doesn’t think cognitive tests are necessary. She said O’Connor believes Biden is “proving his cognitive abilities every day.” [in] how he acts and thinks. ”
Reporters pressed Jean-Pierre on the issue following last week’s report from special counsel Robert Hur, which found that Biden had significant memory problems.
“Does the White House think it’s a legitimate idea for the president to undergo cognitive testing as part of his medical exam?” a reporter asked.
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The White House confirmed Monday that President Biden will not undergo cognitive testing as part of his upcoming physical exam. (AP/Evan Vucci)
“I would like to tell you something that Dr. O’Connor said to me about a year ago. [Biden’s physical] has been released,” replied M. Jean-Pierre. “The president proves it every day.” [in] How he acts and how he thinks, whether domestically or national security, dealing with world leaders, making tough decisions on behalf of the American people. ”
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“That’s Dr. O’Connor’s view, and that’s how I intend to leave it,” she added.
Reporters pressed Jean-Pierre about Biden’s health following last week’s report from special counsel Robert Hur, which found that Biden has severe memory problems. (Al Drago/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Jean-Pierre defended Biden even more vigorously as reporters continued to press the topic. She said she has known Biden for more than a decade and continues to find him “sharp” and “on the ball.”
“When we meet with him or his staff, he always pushes us around and tries to get more information. That’s been my experience with this president,” she said.
Mr Biden’s age is a major concern among US voters, with 86% saying he is too old to serve a second term, according to an ABC poll. (Mr. Biden speaks at a rally in Virginia)
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Recent polls show that Biden’s age is a major issue not only for ordinary Americans but also for a majority of Democrats. An ABC/Ipsos poll on Sunday found that 86% of Americans think Biden is too old to serve another term, including 73% of Democrats.
