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Trump, using false comparisons with Biden, demands dismissal of documents charges
A day after the release of the special counsel’s report, Donald Trump mischaracterized the alleged conduct underlying his documents case and President Biden’s.
‘Hair on fire’: Democratic worries grow over claims about Biden’s memory lapses
The broad conclusion among Democrats is that a dangerous and misleading caricature of the president’s performance is at risk of setting in.
Memory Loss Requires Careful Diagnosis, Scientists Say
A federal investigator said that President Biden had “poor memory” and “diminished faculties.” But such a diagnosis would require close medical assessment, experts said.
Biden and Germany’s Scholz Meet at White House and Push for Ukraine Aid
The message came as congressional lawmakers were working on a package with billions in assistance but an uncertain fate.
Netanyahu Orders Military Evacuation Plan for Rafah in Gaza
Many civilians in Rafah are sheltering in rickety tents made of plastic and wood and say there is nowhere left in Gaza to avoid Israeli shelling.
Release of Hur Report Underlines Perils of the Special Counsel’s Job
Critics have called Robert K. Hur’s descriptions of President Biden’s memory outside his purview. Others say his narrative was probably motivated by seeking to justify not charging Mr. Biden.
Democrats Suffer a Comey Flashback
The special counsel’s report on President Biden instantly recalled how James Comey concluded his investigation of Hillary Clinton.
Ocho palabras y un desliz verbal vuelven a generar inquietud por la edad de Biden
El informe de un fiscal especial retrata al presidente de EE. UU. como un “hombre bienintencionado de edad avanzada con mala memoria”. El mandatario intentó hacer control de daños, pero no salió como esperaba.
Biden's fury over the special counsel report
A special counsel report on President Biden concluded that he would not be charged for mishandling sensitive documents. Yet the report painted a scathing picture of the president’s memory, refueling attacks on his mental agility as he faces reelection.
The Challenges of an Aging President
Biden can do more to address the American public’s concerns about his age.
In Private Remarks to Arab Americans, Biden Aide Expresses Regrets on Gaza
In a closed-door meeting, the aide offered some of the administration’s clearest notes of contrition for its response to the Gaza war, a sign of rising Democratic pressure on President Biden.
U.S. Rejects Putin’s Latest Call for Ukraine Negotiations
Skepticism remains high about the Russian leader’s intentions after he told Tucker Carlson that the war in Ukraine could be settled with a peace deal.
‘Gratuitous, inaccurate’: White House disputes special counsel report on Biden
Democrats launch aggressive push back and defend president against Robert Hur’s description in reportDemocrats and the White House on Friday launched an aggressive push back against a special counsel report that pushed Joe Biden’s age and memory to the front and...
S&P 500 closes above 5,000 for first time amid stock market rally
Breaking 5,000 is unlikely to slow the index’s rise, experts say as reports highlight resilient US economyUS stock markets hit another historic high on Friday, with the S&P 500 closing above 5,000 for the first time.The broad-based index of the largest and...
D.N.C. Files Federal Election Complaint Against Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Democrats accused Mr. Kennedy of illegally coordinating with a super PAC to get him onto the ballot in several states that could be critical to President Biden.
‘Two men three years apart’: Democrats highlight Trump’s mental lapses after Biden report
Trump faces less scrutiny over his age than his contemporary does. Biden’s challenge is to change thatThe special counsel Robert Hur’s contention that Joe Biden suffers from memory problems caused by advanced age prompted delight among the president’s Republican...
Does a President’s Age Matter? Tell Us.
President Biden, at 81, is the oldest president in the nation’s history and former President Donald J. Trump is not far behind, at 77.
For Voters, When Does Old Become Too Old?
Polling shows it’s a broad concern expressed about President Biden, not just one person’s opinion.
Kamala Harris Calls Special Counsel Report on Biden ‘Politically Motivated’
The special counsel, Robert K. Hur, put President Biden’s age and memory in the spotlight during an investigation into his handling of classified documents.
Biden’s Age and Memory: A Pointed Report From the Special Counsel
Readers react to the report, which described the president as a “well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory.”
Biden’s Righteous Fury at Being Called an “Elderly Man with a Poor Memory”
Still, the White House would have been wiser to focus on the special counsel’s decision not to bring classified-documents charges against the President.
Special counsel report on Biden a ‘partisan hit job’, Democrats say
Others raised spectre of Comey, FBI director who declined to indict Hillary Clinton in 2016 but publicly cast doubt on her characterJoe Biden, senior aides and political observers strongly criticised the special counsel, Robert Hur, for extensively discussing the...
Democrats work on damage control after Biden’s fiery surprise speech
Politicians rally behind president as pundits ask why a mental assessment was even in report about classified document inquiryDemocrats and their allies were shaping a damage control response on Friday to a hastily organized White House press call the night before...
Jibes about Joe Biden’s age shine light on issues facing older politicians
Description of the US president as an ‘elderly man with a poor memory’ in an official report provoked outraged defence from the White HouseIt should have been a good day for Joe Biden. After all, no charges are to be filed against the US president after an inquiry...
El informe del fiscal especial exculpa a Biden pero es un desastre político
Una investigación concluyó que el mandatario era “bienintencionado” pero tenía “mala memoria”. El presidente salió a ofrecer declaraciones en un intento por realizar control de daños políticos.
Trump is too old and incited a coup. Biden is too old and mixes up names. America, how to choose? | Marina Hyde
The special counsel has put the president’s memory in the spotlight, but if we’re talking about amnesia: 6 January, anyone?To the US, where one likely candidate for the presidency delivers hour-long rambling speeches in which he explains that he’s going to be a...
Biden fights back after special counsel criticizes memory; Senate debates Israel and Ukraine aid bill – live
Special counsel report referenced Biden as ‘a sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory’; unclear if foreign aid bill has votes to passBiden defends his memory in surprise speech after special counsel reportSix key takeaways from Biden special counsel...
Lo que hay que saber del caso de Trump en las boletas de Colorado
Los jueces debatieron sobre una disposición que prohíbe que vuelvan a ser funcionarios quienes —después de haber prestado juramento— hayan participado en una insurrección contra la Constitución.
Grading Biden’s Big Law
The climate-focused Inflation Reduction Act is popular with businesses. But its cost is expected to double over the next decade, and its outlook is uncertain.
Biden sharpens criticism of Israel, calling its Gaza response ‘over the top.’
“There are a lot of innocent people who are in trouble and dying,” the president said in a session with reporters. “And it’s got to stop.”
How Biden Could Act on the Border, and Help Himself in November
But to put in place a long-term structure to bring order to the border and our immigration system, Congress also needs to act.
Biden’s Age and Memory Rise to Center of 2024 Presidential Campaign
A special counsel’s stinging report and an uneven White House appearance captured Democrats’ fears about President Biden and fueled Republicans as they try to cast him as weak.
Who tanked the border bill? – podcast
Illegal immigration via the US-Mexico border remains one of the most pressing problems for Congress. And yet the much anticipated $118bn border security bill, which included aid packages to Ukraine and Israel, was blocked by senators after a chaotic week. Why did this...
Israeli offensive on Gaza 'over the top', says Biden – video
The US president has said Israel's offensive on Gaza has been 'over the top' – his sharpest criticism yet of Tel Aviv's conduct during the war. As Joe Biden took questions on the special counsel’s report investigating his possession of classified documents, he said:...
‘My Memory Is Fine,’ a Defiant Biden Declares After Special Counsel Report
The special counsel opted not to pursue charges against the president but raised questions about his mental acuity, which the White House disputes.
As Her Husband Faces Tumult, Jill Biden Is a Protective Force
The first lady has said that the presidency is “a lot” for President Biden, but that neither she nor her husband wants Donald J. Trump to return to office.
How a ghostwriter was ensnared in the Biden classified documents probe
Biden shared with ghostwriter Mark Zwonitzer passages from journals containing classified details of Obama-era deliberations, a special counsel report says.
Biden Sharpens Criticism of Israel, Calling Gaza Response ‘Over the Top’
“There are a lot of innocent people who are in trouble and dying,” the president said in a session with reporters. “And it’s got to stop.”
Biden criticises Israel military campaign in Gaza as ‘over the top’
In sharpest criticism of Israel to date, US president says he is pushing for a ‘hostage ceasefire’ and that there are ‘a lot of innocent people who are in trouble and dying, and it’s gotta stop’See all of our coverage of the Middle East crisisUS President Joe Biden...
Biden was in a fighting mood for surprise speech – but he didn’t win
The president insisted he ‘put the country back on his feet’, but a last-minute fumble provided more fodder to his detractorsIt came out of the blue. The White House announced that Joe Biden would deliver remarks at 7.45pm – giving the press just 23 minutes to...
Biden Lashes Out at Special Counsel for Raising Beau’s Death
“I don’t need anyone to remind me when he passed away,” a visibly angry President Biden said.
Joe Biden criticises special counsel and insists his 'memory is fine' in surprise speech – video
The US president, Joe Biden, defended his memory in a short speech after a report from the justice department questioned his ability to remember key events and facts. The report also exonerated Biden over his handling of classified materials. Biden disputed some press...
Biden responds angrily to special counsel report questioning his memory
Report criticized Biden’s handling of secrets and questioned his memory, but recommended no charges
Biden Angrily Defends His Memory of His Son Beau’s Death
“How in the hell dare he raise that?” said Biden, showing anger that the special counsel had noted that he could not remember exactly when his son Beau died.
Biden Calls Israel’s Response in Gaza ‘Over the Top’
President Biden appeared to describe Israel’s war in Gaza as disproportionate, some of his strongest comments to date.
Biden Classified Documents Case: Takeaways From the Special Counsel Report
The special counsel, Robert K. Hur, concluded that the evidence was insufficient to charge President Biden with a crime, but sharply criticized him.
‘My Memory Is Fine,’ President Biden Says
The president defended his ability to serve when questioned by reporters on his memory and age during a news conference hours after a special counsel cleared him of criminal charges in the handling of classified documents.
Biden says Israel’s military conduct in Gaza has been ‘over the top’
The comments marked the sharpest rebuke yet from Biden, who has been reluctant to criticize Israel despite rising pressure from his party.
Biden says countries receiving U.S. weapons must adhere to international law
The president issues a memo after prominent Democratic lawmakers raised concerns about Israel’s military campaign in Gaza
Biden defends record as special counsel files no charges in handling of classified material – video
President Joe Biden welcomed the finding of a special counsel report that he would not face criminal charges in his handling of classified documents. Biden said he was 'pleased' the special counsel had 'reached the conclusion I believed and knew all along they would'....