WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden confidently stated his qualifications to face former President Donald Trump in the upcoming November 5 general election, addressing concerns about his capabilities following a challenging debate performance. In a recent interview with ABC News, Biden dismissed notions of his declining mental and physical fitness, emphasizing his readiness to continue his presidential duties.
According to Yonhap News Agency, despite a rocky performance in last week's presidential debate, he remains convinced of his ability to defeat Trump. "I'm the most qualified person to beat him, and I know how to get things done," Biden asserted. The interview also addressed concerns about his recent public appearances where he appeared to struggle, which has fueled discussions within his party about his viability as a candidate.
Biden, 81, resisted calls for an independent medical assessment, including cognitive tests, suggesting his daily activities serve as continuous cognitive testing. "Watch me, there's a lot of time left in this campaign. There's over 125 days," he remarked. The President also took the opportunity to criticize Trump, labeling him a "pathological liar."
The discussion also turned to whether Biden would consider withdrawing from the race if he felt he could not win, to which he humorously speculated that only divine intervention might change his course. Meanwhile, Biden cited recent achievements, such as significant South Korean investments in the U.S., as evidence of his effective leadership.
With the Democratic National Convention approaching next month in Chicago and the NATO summit in Washington, D.C. next week, these events will further allow Biden to demonstrate his capabilities and reaffirm his position within the party and on the global stage.