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Media Accused of Hiding Biden's Cognitive Decline

1/2/2025

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The New York Post has taken a bold stance, accusing journalists of concealing President Biden's cognitive decline and misleading the public about his fitness for office. CBS's Jan Crawford called it the most underreported story of 2024, emphasizing the media's role in downplaying serious concerns about his mental sharpness as the presidential race heats up.

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The New York Post has taken a bold stance, accusing journalists of concealing President Biden's cognitive decline and misleading the public about his fitness for office. CBS's Jan Crawford called it the most underreported story of 2024, emphasizing the media's role in downplaying serious concerns about his mental sharpness as the presidential race heats up.