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Biden's Cancelled Vessel Visit Raises Health Concerns

8/12/2025

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Emails from a FOIA request unveil that the Biden administration scrapped a visit to a National Security Multi-Mission Vessel in Philadelphia, citing worries over accessibility due to numerous steps. This decision came on the heels of heightened scrutiny regarding Biden's health following a fall in June 2023, prompting critics to question the planning process.

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Emails from a FOIA request unveil that the Biden administration scrapped a visit to a National Security Multi-Mission Vessel in Philadelphia, citing worries over accessibility due to numerous steps. This decision came on the heels of heightened scrutiny regarding Biden's health following a fall in June 2023, prompting critics to question the planning process.