President Biden admitted during a fundraiser in Virginia that he fell asleep on stage during his recent debate with former President Donald J. Trump. He attributed his lackluster performance to jet lag from traveling around the world multiple times in the two weeks leading up to the debate. Despite acknowledging his mistake, he emphasized that it was not an excuse but an explanation for his behavior.
While White House officials initially blamed Mr. Biden’s cold for his debate performance, the president revealed to donors that his decision to travel back and forth between the United States and Europe had left him exhausted. He admitted that he did not heed his staff’s advice to avoid making the transatlantic trips so close together.
The revelation comes amidst growing concerns within the Democratic Party about Mr. Biden’s ability to mount a successful campaign against Mr. Trump in the upcoming election. Despite facing criticism and calls from some lawmakers to drop out of the race, the president remains determined to continue his campaign.
For over a year, Mr. Biden and his team have denied that his age has impacted his performance as president. However, the recent debate has raised doubts among voters and Democratic activists about his suitability for the role. Despite the challenges, Mr. Biden is committed to defeating Mr. Trump, whom he sees as a threat to democracy in America.
