President Biden Mistakenly Refers to War in Ukraine as ‘War in Iraq’ in Repeat Gaffes
- President Joe Biden incorrectly stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is losing the war in Iraq instead of Ukraine on two separate occasions.
- Biden's verbal mistakes have raised concerns about his age and mental fitness among critics and voters according to recent polls.
- The White House did not comment on Biden's slip-ups, though Biden has responded to concerns over his age and gaffes by saying "Watch me."
- Biden also referred to China instead of India at a campaign fundraiser, adding to a history of false statements and embellishments.
- Some have defended Biden, citing his experience and the unity within the Democratic party, though others called for cognitive tests for presidential candidates.