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US President Joe Biden Responds Aggressively to Scandal Investigation Findings
Introduction
US President Joe Biden has hit back angrily at an investigation that found he mishandled top secret files and struggled
to recall key life events. In an emotional response during a surprise news briefing, Biden refuted the claims and defended
his memory, expressing outrage at the mention of his
deceased son. Findings have alleged that he “wilfully retained and disclosed” classified files but will not face
charges.
The Scandal and President Biden’s Emotionally Charged Response
Speaking at a press conference held to address the allegations, President Biden fervently defended himself, stating,
“My memory is fine,” and passionately questioned how someone could dare to bring up his son’s death. Dismissing the
inquiry’s claims, the ongoing investigation conducted by Department of Justice Special Counsel, Robert Hur, has revealed
that classified files were retained improperly by President Biden. The report further highlighted significant
limitations in the President’s memory.
Emotional Retaliation Fuelled by Claims Surrounding International Events and Incorrect Identifications
As journalists questioned Biden’s competency and age, the President unintentionally referred to the President of Egypt,
Abdul Fattah al-Sisi, as the “president of Mexico” during his impassioned rebuttal. Biden, visibly upset, defended his
actions, asserting that he knew what he was doing, despite allegations of mishandling files that were kept next to a
dog’s bed.
President Biden’s Actions and the Investigation Results
During the investigation, Special Counsel Hur interviewed President Biden for five hours. Hur outlined in the report his
contention that President Biden could not recall key events that occurred while he was vice-president or the specific
timing of his son’s death. Despite the informant questioning his memory and ability to handle classified information,
President Biden strongly maintained a defiant stance throughout the interview.
Biden’s Memory Defense and Criticisms of the Special Counsel Investigation
President Biden was deeply affected by accusations of improperly sharing classified materials with a ghostwriter for his
memoir, a claim he vehemently denied while standing at the podium. The report’s description of Biden’s memory lapses
was met with criticism from Biden’s legal team, asserting that such lapses were a common occurrence for witnesses in the
investigation.
Age Concerns and Biden’s Assurance of Capabilities
Opinion polls have highlighted age as a concern for US voters leading up to the election, but President Biden remained
resolute, proclaiming his qualification for the position. He adamantly pointed out that he is both well-meaning and
elderly, affirming his capacity to reclaim and rebuild the nation.
Comparison with Trump’s Mishandling of Classified Documents
The investigation into President Biden’s conduct has drawn comparisons to former President Donald Trump’s mishandling of
classified documents following his presidency. While Biden cooperated and handed over the documents to government
archivists, Trump, according to the report, refused to return the documents, obstructed justice, and even enlisted
others to destroy evidence. The report concluded that Trump’s actions were in sharp contrast to Biden’s cooperation.
Conclusion
As US voters face impending elections, President Biden is confronted with scrutiny over his age and ability to lead. In
the face of a scandalous inquiry, Biden demonstrated his determination to defend his memory and the handling of
classified documents. The President vowed to continue working towards the betterment of the nation, stating, “I am
well-meaning, and am elderly. I know what the hell I’m doing. I put this country back on its feet.”
Additional reporting by Rebecca Hartmann
Published: Updated 6 hours ago
