President Joe Biden has dismissed concerns about his mental fitness, stating that he would drop out of office if doctors determined he was unfit to serve. In an exclusive interview with ABC News, Biden acknowledged that last week's presidential debate was a "bad episode" but insisted that his overall health and mental acuity were not in question.
In an exclusive interview with ABC News, President Joe Biden has dismissed concerns about his mental fitness, stating that he would drop out of office if doctors determined he was unfit to serve. Biden, 78, is the oldest person to be elected president of the United States, and his mental acuity has been a subject of debate since the start of his campaign.
During last week's presidential debate, Biden stumbled over words and appeared to lose his train of thought at times, leading to renewed speculation about his cognitive abilities. However, Biden has pushed back heavily on these concerns, arguing that he is in good health and that his mental faculties are intact.
Biden Rejects Mental Fitness Concerns, Pledges to Drop Out if Doctors Determine It
"I'm not going to drop out of this race," Biden said in the ABC News interview. "I'm going to stay in this race, and I'm going to win this race."
Biden said that he is confident in his ability to serve as president, and that he has no plans to seek professional counseling or evaluation for his mental health. He said that he is aware of the challenges facing the country, and that he is prepared to lead the nation through them.
"I understand the concerns that people have about my age," Biden said. "But I want to assure you that I am mentally and physically fit to serve as your president."
Biden's comments come as he faces mounting pressure to address concerns about his mental fitness. A recent poll by Quinnipiac University found that 55% of voters believe that Biden is too old to be president, and 43% say that they are concerned about his mental sharpness.
Some Democrats have also expressed concerns about Biden's age and mental health. Former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid recently said that he believes Biden is "too old for the job."
Biden has largely dismissed these concerns, arguing that he is up to the task of being president. He has also pointed to his long record of public service as evidence of his mental fitness.
Biden's health and mental fitness will likely continue to be a topic of debate in the coming months as he campaigns for re-election.
