Biden Requests More Sleep Amid Concerns from Democratic Governors

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President Joe Biden expressed to Democratic governors during a meeting that he needs to get more rest and aims to stop scheduling events after 8pm. The meeting was intended to alleviate concerns about Biden’s age and mental fitness. When asked about his health by Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, Biden responded that he was fine, but added, “it’s just my brain”, which those present interpreted as a joke.

President Biden Requests No Late-Night Events for More Rest

During a meeting with Democratic governors at the White House, President Joe Biden expressed a desire to stop scheduling events after 8 p.m. to get more rest, according to an attendee and two individuals briefed on the discussion. The discussion aimed to alleviate concerns regarding the president’s age and mental fitness.

When Hawaii Gov. Josh Green inquired about his health, the 81-year-old president responded stating he was fine, adding, “it’s just my brain.” This comment was perceived as a joke by two attendees, echoing a sentiment first reported by The New York Times.

Biden’s campaign chair, Jen O’Malley Dillon, confirmed that Biden was joking and added that he followed his comment with “all kidding aside”. The White House, however, has declined to comment on the matter.

ABC News reported that Biden informed governors about his medical checkup after a recent 9 p.m. debate. He confirmed his good health, according to two people familiar with the conversation. After initially stating that President Biden had not undergone any medical exams since the time of the debate, the White House later confirmed that he had indeed seen his doctor a few days after.

White House senior deputy press secretary Andrew Bates reported that Biden was recovering well from a cold. Some Democrats, however, expressed concern that such comments could harm the party’s reputation.

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