Biden aides ‘scripted’ everything, left president ‘sitting in a drawer’

Former President Joe Biden’s cognitive function was reportedly worsened by White House aides who cut off his outside access, according to a new book titled “Uncharted: How Trump Beat Biden, Harris, and the Odds in the Wildest Campaign in History.” The book, published on Tuesday, alleges that the White House restricted Biden from socializing even with his friends and allies.

Chris Whipple, a former producer for CBS’ “60 Minutes,” revealed that even Biden’s acquaintances were kept at bay. Former White House chief of staff to Barack Obama, Bill Daley, made frequent visits to one of the president’s senior advisors in the West Wing but was never granted access to see Biden. Everything was tightly scripted, leaving Biden isolated.

Despite concerns from some White House aides who believed isolating Biden was a mistake, the decision was made to shield him from the public to avoid any missteps. One aide expressed regret, stating that keeping Biden away from interacting with others allowed his mental faculties to deteriorate instead of sharpening them.

“Uncharted” delves into the events leading up to Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race following his appearance at a debate with Donald Trump on June 27. The aftermath of the debate, where Biden struggled to maintain coherence, prompted calls for him to step down, ultimately leading to his exit from the race on July 21.

Following the debate, Biden attempted to prove his mental acuity in an interview with ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos on July 5. However, Whipple described Biden as sounding “semi-coherent” during the interview, which took place weeks before his withdrawal from the race.

Despite these revelations, a spokesperson for Biden has not responded to requests for comment on the matter. The book sheds light on the challenges Biden faced during his presidential campaign and the concerns surrounding his cognitive abilities.

In conclusion, the efforts to shield Biden from the public eye may have inadvertently contributed to his cognitive decline, as detailed in “Uncharted.” The book offers a behind-the-scenes look at the events leading up to Biden’s exit from the 2024 presidential race and raises questions about the impact of isolation on his mental acuity.