Silence from Cabinet Amid Questions on Biden’s Fitness
In the aftermath of President Joe Biden’s departure from office, a storm of speculation has erupted concerning his cognitive fitness during the final years of his presidency. While the issue had long been whispered in political corridors and discussed cautiously in media circles, it has now taken center stage following the release of multiple political exposés and memoirs that allege notable cognitive decline.
Fox News Digital launched a major outreach campaign to all former cabinet-level officials from the Biden administration. The goal was to determine whether these senior leaders still stood by their past assertions that Biden was mentally and physically fit to serve. Astonishingly, only one official responded — former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra.
Xavier Becerra Responds – Carefully
In his lone response, Becerra did not directly confirm or deny witnessing any cognitive issues. Instead, he offered a carefully worded reflection on Biden’s leadership and achievements.
“I met with President Biden when needed to make important decisions and to execute with my team at HHS,” said Becerra. “It’s clear the President was getting older, but he made the mission clear: run the largest health agency in the world, expand care to millions more Americans than ever before, negotiate down the cost of prescription drugs, and pull us out of a world-wide pandemic. And we delivered.”
While Becerra acknowledged Biden’s age, he stopped short of directly addressing reports about Biden’s cognitive challenges. His comments reflect a tone of respect and loyalty without directly confronting the growing concerns about the president’s mental acuity.
New Political Books Paint a Troubling Picture
Several newly published political books detailing the 2024 presidential campaign and internal workings of the Biden administration have further fueled public concern. These accounts depict a president increasingly shielded from the press and managed closely by aides, with key decisions often deferred or made by others.
The books allege that Biden’s inner circle, particularly Chief of Staff Ron Klain and other senior advisors, played an unusually large role in day-to-day governance. Some narratives suggest Biden was not always fully engaged or capable of keeping pace with the demands of the presidency, particularly during the last year of his term.
Democratic Party Faces Growing Internal Tensions
The Democratic Party now finds itself at a critical crossroads. Biden’s legacy, once celebrated for bringing stability and experience back to the White House after the tumultuous Trump years, is now being reevaluated through the lens of these new revelations.
Some Democrats are quietly expressing concern that party leadership ignored early warning signs about Biden’s declining energy and mental sharpness. As the party begins the process of rebuilding and rebranding post-Biden, there is growing recognition that a new generation of leaders must step forward — especially to win back male voters and independents who drifted away during Biden’s presidency.
Fox News Contributor Weighs In
Fox News contributor Guy Benson offered his perspective on the silence from the majority of Biden’s cabinet and the political implications of the growing scrutiny over Biden’s health.
“It’s telling that only one person from an entire presidential cabinet responded,” said Benson. “That suggests either deep loyalty or deep discomfort. In either case, the American people deserve transparency. If Biden’s own team won’t speak honestly about his capacity to lead, we have to ask who was really running the show.”
Benson also highlighted how this issue could impact the Democratic Party’s future electoral strategy. “The party is already struggling with male voters, especially working-class men. Perceptions of weakness or lack of leadership don’t help,” he noted.
Biden’s Achievements – Overshadowed?
Despite the controversy, many still point to Biden’s achievements during his presidency. Under his leadership, the U.S. emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic, expanded access to healthcare, passed major infrastructure legislation, and saw the creation of millions of jobs. Supporters argue that these accomplishments should not be overshadowed by discussions of cognitive decline.
Nevertheless, critics counter that accomplishments attributed to Biden may, in fact, reflect the work of his advisors and cabinet more than the president himself — a point made more alarming if the president’s mental state was compromised.
