Overview

• Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson's book, 'Original Sin,' claims Biden's aides hid his cognitive and physical decline during his re-election campaign.
• The book recounts incidents such as Biden failing to recognize actor George Clooney in 2024 and internal discussions about wheelchair use for a second term.
• Prominent Democrats, including Ro Khanna and Andy Beshear, criticize Biden’s decision to run, arguing it hurt the party's chances against Donald Trump.
• Former Obama adviser David Plouffe expressed frustration with the campaign, while Pete Buttigieg acknowledged the party's mistakes but urged focus on the future.
• The White House defends Biden’s presidency, calling him highly effective and dismissing claims that his health impeded his ability to govern.