'I need more sleep, less work': US President Joe Biden

By Al Mayadeen English
Source: Al Mayadeen English
5 Jul 2024 00:51
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Incumbent president and election candidate Joe Biden claims his health is fine, but he just needs more sleep and fewer work hours.

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President Joe Biden speaks in the Cross Hall of the White House on Monday, July 1, 2024, in Washington. (AP)

US President Joe Biden recently told Democratic officials that he needs more sleep and fewer work hours, as reported by The New York Times, adding that the 81-year-old requested that no activities be scheduled for past 8 pm.

The NYT considered Biden's statements to be an explicit admission of his exhaustion during a meeting aimed at reassuring over 20 of his staunch supporters that he is capable of leading.

Reportedly, Biden then ascertained that he would remain in the race for the presidency.

It is worth noting that Josh Green, the Governor of Hawaii and a physician, asked Biden about his health, to which the latter responded by saying he was feeling fine, but "it is just his brain."

Time to step down, Biden

Dozens of Democratic congressmen are contemplating writing a letter urging Biden to withdraw from the upcoming presidential race following the recent debate, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday.

According to a senior party official cited in the report, Democratic lawmakers running for reelection in traditionally Democratic districts are circulating the letter. These candidates are concerned that Biden’s continued candidacy could jeopardize their chances, potentially leading to a Republican sweep in Washington.

Some donors are urging Biden to consider stepping down, and other Democrats are openly expressing concerns that he may not be capable of defeating Trump in November.

According to one House Democratic aide, 25 Democratic members of the House of Representatives are ready to call for Biden to step aside if his performance continues to falter in the coming days. Another House Democratic aide mentioned that moderate Democrats in competitive districts, often referred to as "front liners", are facing intense scrutiny and questions from their constituents this week.