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President Joe Biden recently sat down for an interview with ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos to address concerns over his presidential candidacy following a poor debate performance. Biden dismissed calls to drop out of the 2024 election, attributing his performance to being ‘sick’ and ‘feeling terrible.’ Despite growing nervousness within the Democratic Party, Biden reiterated his commitment to staying in the race.
During the interview, Biden defended his record, highlighting his achievements and arguing that he remains the best candidate to defeat former President Donald Trump in the upcoming election. When questioned about his cognitive fitness, Biden stated that he undergoes a full neurological test every day and is confident in his ability to continue serving as president.
Moreover, Biden pushed back against suggestions that he should step down if it became clear he couldn’t beat Trump, stating that only ‘the Lord Almighty’ could convince him to do so. He emphasized his foreign policy experience and contributions, highlighting his role in maintaining alliances like NATO and addressing challenges in the Pacific basin.
Despite facing pressure from some Democratic leaders to reevaluate his candidacy, Biden expressed confidence in his ability to lead and vowed to remain in the race. Following the interview, he delivered an energetic speech at a campaign rally in Wisconsin, reaffirming his commitment to defeating Trump in the upcoming election.
