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Top Biden Aide Defends President Amid $8M Victory Claims

8/2/2025

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Donilon Defends Biden

Mike Donilon, a prominent aide to President Biden, revealed that a 2024 victory could have netted him $8 million. He passionately defended Biden's mental acuity, emphasizing that aging is a natural part of a president's journey. This testimony unfolds against the backdrop of Republican probes into Biden's cognitive health and his unexpected exit from the race last July.

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Biden Allies Threaten

Tensions rise as Joe Biden's allies threaten to expose unflattering tales about Kamala Harris amid concerns over her political aspirations. Harris, shifting focus from a gubernatorial run to her memoir "107 Days," reflects on her presidential campaign's struggles. Meanwhile, Biden grapples with growing worries about his cognitive health and the authenticity of his official signatures.

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Donilon Defends Biden

Mike Donilon, a prominent aide to President Biden, revealed that a 2024 victory could have netted him $8 million. He passionately defended Biden's mental acuity, emphasizing that aging is a natural part of a president's journey. This testimony unfolds against the backdrop of Republican probes into Biden's cognitive health and his unexpected exit from the race last July.

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