Fact Check: Biden's former aides covered up evidence of his mental and physical decline.

Fact Check: "Biden's former aides covered up evidence of his mental and physical decline."

What We Know

Recent investigations led by House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) have focused on allegations that aides to President Biden concealed information regarding his mental and physical health. Comer has issued subpoenas to Dr. Kevin O'Connor, Biden's physician, and five former senior White House aides, asserting that their testimonies are critical to understanding the extent of Biden's cognitive decline and the potential cover-up surrounding it (source-1, source-2).

A new book titled Original Sin by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson claims that Biden's aides actively worked to shield his declining health from public scrutiny. The authors argue that Biden's condition had deteriorated to the point where aides were involved in a deliberate effort to manage his public image and limit disclosures about his health (source-4, source-5).

However, Biden's aides have publicly refuted these claims, asserting that the president is mentally sharp and capable of fulfilling his duties (source-3, source-6).

Analysis

The investigation led by Chairman Comer is politically charged and reflects ongoing partisan divisions regarding President Biden's fitness for office. The reliance on a book that presents a narrative of a cover-up raises questions about the objectivity of the claims. While the book's authors may have insider knowledge, their motivations and the context in which the information is presented should be critically assessed.

The subpoenas issued by Comer suggest a serious inquiry, but the refusal of Dr. O'Connor and former aides to comply raises concerns about the transparency of the investigation. Critics argue that the investigation may be more about political maneuvering than genuine concern for Biden's health (source-2, source-6).

Moreover, the aides' rebuttals and the assertion that Biden is "on top of his game" (source-6) indicate a significant divide in perceptions of Biden's health, complicating the narrative of a cover-up.

Conclusion

The claim that "Biden's former aides covered up evidence of his mental and physical decline" is Partially True. While there are credible allegations and ongoing investigations suggesting that aides may have downplayed concerns about Biden's health, the evidence is not conclusive. The political context and the conflicting narratives from aides and the administration complicate the issue, indicating that while there may be elements of truth to the claim, it is also heavily influenced by partisan perspectives.

Fact Check: Biden's former aides covered up evidence of his mental and physical decline.