Book Reveals Biden's 2024 Mental Health Decline Hidden by Top Aides

A forthcoming book titled "Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again," by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson, reveals that President Joe Biden experienced significant cognitive and physical decline during his term, which was concealed from the public, press, and even many within his own administration. The book details incidents where Biden forgot names of longtime aides and others, struggled with speech, and exhibited an awkward gait attributed to severe spinal arthritis, with aides allegedly shielding him from staff and denying the extent of his decline. Top Democratic figures, including David Plouffe, blamed Biden’s prolonged candidacy and delayed withdrawal after a poor debate performance for harming Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign. The book also exposes internal concerns and attempts to reassure donors and party officials about Biden’s fitness to run, despite mounting evidence of his deteriorating condition. Biden’s inner circle reportedly orchestrated a cover-up of his health issues, sparking criticism from staffers who viewed his re-election bid as a disservice to the country and the Democratic Party. Biden has since defended his decision to run and taken steps to address concerns about his health and capacity.