The former first lady is furious. She can’t believe what was said about her.
And Jill Biden is red with rage after Donald Trump issues this blistering statement about her.
Trump Questions Jill Biden’s Influence and Reflects on Joe Biden’s Struggles
In a candid interview with Fox Noticias, President Donald Trump shared his perspective on the dynamics within the Biden administration, particularly regarding former First Lady Jill Biden’s role. When host Rachel Campos-Duffy asked if Trump viewed Jill Biden as former President Joe Biden’s “autopen,” Trump dismissed the notion but pointed to her significant involvement.
“No, I don’t think so,” Trump said, but added, “she was certainly involved because he gave her the last meeting to preside over with the Cabinet.” His comment referenced the former first lady’s controversial presence at one of Joe Biden’s final Cabinet meetings in September 2024, a moment that sparked widespread debate about her influence.
Speculation about Jill Biden’s sway over her husband’s administration had long been a point of contention, predating the September meeting. Critics often questioned whether she played an outsized role in decision-making as Joe Biden’s health became a growing concern. Trump, however, shifted the focus, attributing the administration’s direction to a different force.
“They [the Biden administration] had a lot of bad people. They had a lot of radical left lunatics in there, and I think he was perfect. He was perfect for them because he didn’t have a clue,” Trump told Fox Noticias. He suggested that Biden’s vulnerabilities made him an ideal figurehead for those pushing a far-left agenda.
Concerns about Joe Biden’s cognitive and physical health were a recurring theme throughout his presidency, particularly after a faltering debate performance against Trump in the summer of 2024. His uneven delivery and moments of confusion fueled doubts about his ability to lead, prompting scrutiny from both the public and political analysts.
Recent books published since Biden left office have shed new light on his health struggles, offering detailed accounts of his mental and physical fitness during his final months in office. These revelations have painted a sobering picture of a president grappling with the demands of leadership as his capacities waned.
In contrast, Trump has been vocal about his own vitality. Following his annual physical at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, he spoke confidently about his condition. “Overall, I think I’m in very — I felt I was in very good shape,” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One en route to West Palm Beach. He described having a “good heart, a good soul” and emphasized his performance on a cognitive test, taking a subtle jab at Biden.
“I think it’s a pretty well-known test. Whatever it is, I got every one — I got it all right… I’ve taken the cognitive test, I think, four times and I’ve gotten nothing wrong. That’s what the American people want,” Trump stated. “Biden refused to take it, Kamala refused to take it.”
Joe Biden’s Cognitive Decline in His Final Months
As Joe Biden’s presidency drew to a close, reports of his cognitive decline became increasingly difficult to ignore. Insiders and observers noted a marked deterioration in his ability to engage in complex discussions or maintain focus during high-stakes meetings.
Former aides, speaking anonymously in recent accounts, described moments where Biden appeared disoriented or struggled to follow briefings, raising alarm among those closest to him.
By mid-2024, Biden’s public appearances were carefully managed, with shorter speeches and fewer unscripted moments. His debate performance against Trump was a turning point, as millions witnessed his difficulty articulating thoughts and responding to questions in real time.
These challenges were not merely the result of age but pointed to a deeper decline that hindered his ability to execute the duties of the presidency effectively.
In the final months of his term, Biden’s leadership was often described as symbolic rather than substantive. Key decisions were increasingly delegated to senior staff or cabinet members, with Jill Biden reportedly acting as a gatekeeper to manage access to the president.
Her presence at the September 2024 Cabinet meeting, while unprecedented, was seen by some as an attempt to project stability amid growing concerns about her husband’s capacity.
These accounts, coupled with Biden’s refusal to take a cognitive test, left a lasting impression of a presidency hampered by personal limitations. As Trump and others have noted, the absence of transparency about Biden’s health only deepened public skepticism, casting a shadow over his final days in office and raising questions about the administration’s ability to govern effectively during a critical period.
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