First Lady Jill Biden was seen guiding Joe Biden off stage after his speech at the Human Rights Campaign dinner. The incident, which took place on Saturday, October 15, sparked discussions about the president’s ability to lead and his overall health.
The president, who is now 80 years old, delivered remarks at the dinner, addressing the struggle for equal rights faced by LGBTQ+ people in the United States and around the world.
However, it was his exit from the stage that caught the attention of many. Video footage showed the First Lady rejoining her husband and helping him exit the stage, leading him in the opposite direction after he appeared to be confused about where to go.
Now they’re sending Jill out to drag Joe Biden off the stage so he doesn’t get lost pic.twitter.com/SKz8COvwtD
— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) October 14, 2023
This isn’t the first time that Biden’s actions raised concerns.
His tenure has been marked by a series of gaffes and missteps, leading to questions about his fitness for office. This latest incident only adds fuel to the fire, as it seems to suggest the president may need assistance even in navigating a simple stage exit.
During his speech, Biden was interrupted by a Pro-Palestinian activist shouting ‘Let Gaza live’ and ‘Ceasefire now.’ Instead of addressing the interruption directly, the President merely paused and said, ‘I don’t know who’s hollering down there, but I can’t hear you.’
This response, or lack thereof, further underscores the perception of a leader who is out of touch with the realities on the ground.
Moreover, the president’s comments during his speech were highly partisan, accusing ‘Extreme MAGA Republicans in Congress’ of trying to undo the progress made in various areas. Such divisive rhetoric does little to foster unity or bipartisan cooperation, which are crucial in these challenging times.
Pretend president Joe Biden being led off the stage by his full-time nurse, Jill. If this doesn't give you confidence that America can handle what's happening in the Middle East right now, I don't know what will. #BidenHarris2024 #JoeBiden2024 #IsraelPalestineConflict pic.twitter.com/1AuX9yMJe0
— Now The End Begins (@NowTheEndBegins) October 15, 2023
It’s worth noting that the role of the First Lady is traditionally one of support and advocacy, not of guiding the president off stage. This incident, therefore, raises questions about the dynamic within the White House and the extent to which Jill Biden may be propping up her husband in his role as president.
This recent incident involving Biden being ushered off stage by the First Lady is a concerning sign. It points to potential issues with the president’s health and ability to lead. The American people deserve a leader who can navigate not just a stage exit, but the complex challenges facing our nation.
