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Joe Biden Allegedly Shows Signs of CognitiveDecline as Lawmakers Express Concern Over His Reliance on Notes and CheatSheets

Arecent report has shed light on concerns overPresident Joe Biden's cognitive decline, with several high-ranking congressionallawmakers expressing their worry.

The report, based on interviews with over 45 Republican andDemocratic lawmakers and staffers,revealed a series of troubling incidents that raised questions about the81-year-old commander-in-chief's ability to effectively lead the country.

Theoutlet detailed how President Biden has increasingly relied on cheat sheets duringmeetings, and at times, has been observed closing his eyes for extendedperiods, leaving others to wonder if he had drifted off. Furthermore,participants in meetings have noted that the president speaks softly, making itdifficult for them to comprehend his statements.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was quoted in the report as saying "Biden is not the same person" as he was years ago.

Others recounted instances where the president's demeanor and grasp ofpolicy details fluctuated, leading him to frequently rely on notes and defer toaides during crucial conferences.

One individual who attended negotiations over congressional fundingfor Ukraine aid commented on the room's vibe as the president spoke, stating, "You couldn’t be there and not feel uncomfortable."

Despite efforts to address concerns directly with PresidentBiden — instances like a conversation with House Speaker Mike Johnson, where thepresident seemed unaware of certain policies — have left lawmakers concerned.

Lawmakersreportedly struggled to elicit clear decisions from the president on keypoints, with conversations being described as frustratingly vague and generalized.

Evenduring the final stages of negotiations over crucial matters like raising the debt ceiling, Biden's apparentlack of awareness of previous discussions led to further doubts about hiscurrent mental acuity.

The alarming nature of the report's allegations led tospeculation about the Justice Department's reluctanceto release certain documents, including tapes of Biden's interviews.

Asenior GOP aide expressed concerns over the transparency surrounding thepresident's mental state, highlightingpotential reasons for withholding information.

In response to the report, a White House official dismissedsuggestions of mental decline, citing support from various quarters assertingPresident Biden's competence and experience.

Bidenwould be 86 by the end of a second term in office.

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The Wall Street Journal provided quotes and sources used in this article