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Fact Check: Biden's age is a major distraction for Democrats, claims D.C. Councilmember.

Fact Check: Biden's age is a major distraction for Democrats, claims D.C. Councilmember.

Published June 20, 2025
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# Fact Check: "Biden's age is a major distraction for Democrats, claims D.C. Councilmember." ## What We Know The claim regarding President Joe Biden'...

Fact Check: "Biden's age is a major distraction for Democrats, claims D.C. Councilmember."

What We Know

The claim regarding President Joe Biden's age being a distraction for Democrats is supported by various reports and statements from political figures. D.C. Councilmember Brooke Pinto articulated concerns about Biden's age, suggesting it has become a significant issue for the Democratic Party as they navigate electoral challenges. This sentiment is echoed by other Democrats who have expressed worries about the party's aging leadership and the potential need for new, younger candidates to energize the base (source-2).

In recent months, Biden's age has been scrutinized, particularly following his public appearances and the release of reports questioning his mental acuity. For instance, a Senate hearing focused on Biden's mental fitness was held by Republicans, highlighting ongoing concerns about his age and cognitive abilities (source-1). Additionally, a survey indicated that many Democrats are contemplating the need for younger leadership, with some expressing that the party faces a "geriatric problem" (source-2).

Analysis

The assertion that Biden's age is a distraction for Democrats is supported by both anecdotal evidence and broader political discourse. The concerns raised by Pinto and others reflect a growing anxiety within the party about the viability of older leaders in the face of electoral challenges. The Democratic Party has historically valued experience, but recent electoral defeats have prompted discussions about the necessity of rejuvenating the party's image and leadership (source-2).

Moreover, the focus on Biden's age is not merely a partisan issue; it has been a topic of discussion across various media outlets, with some commentators arguing that the party must confront its aging leadership to remain competitive (source-5). The reliability of these sources varies, with mainstream outlets like the BBC and The New York Times providing well-researched commentary, while partisan sources may carry inherent biases. However, the consensus among multiple credible sources indicates that Biden's age is indeed a concern for many within the Democratic Party.

Conclusion

The claim that Biden's age is a major distraction for Democrats is Partially True. While there is substantial evidence that concerns about Biden's age and mental fitness are prevalent within the party, the extent to which these concerns distract from broader political strategies and electoral goals is less clear. The Democratic Party is grappling with the implications of its aging leadership, and while some members advocate for new blood, others remain supportive of the current leadership. Thus, the claim captures a significant aspect of the current political landscape but does not fully encompass the complexity of the situation.

Sources

  1. Republicans hold hearing on Biden's mental fitness, Democrats boycott ... AP News
  2. Democrats wrestle with 'geriatric problem' BBC
  3. Election 2024: Biden's Verbal Stumbles in Spotlight as He ... New York Times
  4. Democrats rattled again by fresh claims that Biden aides ... Washington Post
  5. How the Ravages of Age Are Ravaging the Democratic Party New York Times
  6. Joe Biden's mental acuity becomes a Democratic litmus test | AP News AP News
  7. Colleagues ask if Norton is still the best 'warrior' to fight for ... Washington Post
  8. The Democrats Must Confront Their Gerontocracy - The Atlantic The Atlantic

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And they deliberately lied and by the way Jake Tapper had a bombshell 01:08 book exposing the incredible scandal that Biden's mental decline was covered up by Jake Tapper. There's a Yiddish word and that truly is how dare we lie and cover up what we all knew. Now I have been asked literally a thousand times by Texans. Was running the country? And I'm going to give 01:40 you the most terrifying answer. I don't know. I genuinely don't know. And not a single Democrat here cares. The most telling proof of Biden's decline came with the signature of the president. The symbol of executive authority that was outsourced to a machine. Mister Wald you're a lawyer who served in the White House Council's Office. You understand the gravity of presidential action. Does the president's signature 02:10 carry legal and constitutional weight under article two? Yes. Is the act of signing an executive order or signing a law or granting a pardon a delegable duty of the president. Uh so in that opinion in 2005 from OLC they said essentially that an autopin could be used by a subordinate but the president's determination as to sign the document can never be delegated. Can that authority 02:41 be transferred to a staff or a machine without the president's explicit authorization? Never. And if you look at the statistics, the statistics are stunning. In 2021, President Biden issued 78 executive orders. None were signed with an auto pen. That first year the presidency, Biden I suppose was relatively lucid and 78 executive orders he signed by hand. The second year, however, we see the auto pen emerged. 03:15 The first auto pen executive order was issued on 15th 2022. After that day 100% of the executive orders issued in 2022 were signed by an autopen. In 2023 Biden issued twenty-four executive orders. 16 were auto penned. In 20twenty-four Biden issued 19. 14 were auto penned. 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And they deliberately lied and by the way Jake Tapper had a bombshell 01:08 book exposing the incredible scandal that Biden's mental decline was covered up by Jake Tapper. There's a Yiddish word and that truly is how dare we lie and cover up what we all knew. Now I have been asked literally a thousand times by Texans. Was running the country? And I'm going to give 01:40 you the most terrifying answer. I don't know. I genuinely don't know. And not a single Democrat here cares. The most telling proof of Biden's decline came with the signature of the president. The symbol of executive authority that was outsourced to a machine. Mister Wald you're a lawyer who served in the White House Council's Office. You understand the gravity of presidential action. Does the president's signature 02:10 carry legal and constitutional weight under article two? Yes. Is the act of signing an executive order or signing a law or granting a pardon a delegable duty of the president. 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