Biden's Gaffe at NATO Summit
US President Joe Biden made headlines once again with a notable gaffe during the NATO summit in Washington. While introducing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Biden mistakenly referred to him as 'President Putin' before quickly correcting himself. This incident has added to the scrutiny surrounding Biden's mental health, especially as he faces increasing pressure to withdraw from the presidential race.
Zelensky's Response and Political Implications
Responding to the incident, Zelensky downplayed the mistake, stating, 'I think the United States has given a lot of support to the Ukrainians. I think we can forget some mistakes.' Zelensky made these remarks during a mission to Ireland. Despite his attempt to brush off the error, the gaffe has intensified discussions about Biden's mental fitness, especially among his political opponents.
A recent opinion poll revealed that more than half of Democrats want Biden to end his re-election campaign, citing concerns over his performance, particularly in debates against his rival, Donald Trump. This sentiment is echoed by the Republican-led US House of Representatives Oversight Committee, which has subpoenaed three senior White House aides to testify about Biden's health. Committee Chairman James Comer has scheduled a closed session to investigate whether Biden's aides have concealed the president's true health condition.
The scrutiny over Biden's mental health and his ability to serve a second term is expected to continue leading up to the November 5 elections. Some Democrats, including administration officials, are preparing for potential congressional investigations into his mental fitness and the extent of his aides' knowledge about it.
