• Reports suggest White House staff took steps to limit President Biden's public appearances and adjust his schedule due to cognitive struggles, including forgetfulness and "good days and bad days."
• Officials reportedly organized shorter, later-day meetings, restricted cabinet access, and brought in a voice coach to address speech concerns, raising questions about Biden's cognitive health.
• Biden's 2024 re-election campaign featured tightly controlled interactions and limited information flow, with staff managing concerns about public perception and internal dynamics.

Reports reveal that White House staff took significant steps to hide President Joe Biden's cognitive struggles since his presidency began.

Efforts to Manage Biden's Public Image

Aides, lawmakers, and donors told the Wall Street Journal about early efforts to limit Biden's public appearances and adjust his schedule due to forgetfulness. This revelation highlights how the administration worked to protect Biden’s image. At 82, he is the oldest president in U.S. history.

Critics have called out the administration for Biden's limited media interactions, noting that he has held fewer major press conferences than any of his predecessors. Despite these efforts, gaffes during his appearances raised questions about his cognitive health. Since his term began in January 2021, Biden's team implemented strict measures to reduce in-person engagements during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Adjustments to Biden's Schedule and Briefings

A national security official described Biden as having "good days and bad days," which led staff to adjust meeting schedules based on his condition. Staff scheduled meetings later in the day after noticing Biden’s performance issues during a debate with Donald Trump. Officials also kept briefings short and direct to accommodate him.

The report explains that key cabinet members lost access to Biden, with some opting to stop scheduling meetings after repeated rejections. Hollywood executive Jeffrey Katzenberg joined as a voice coach for Biden to improve his speech delivery.

Biden’s Leadership Style and Challenges

Despite these challenges, Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates defended Biden’s engagement with cabinet members and emphasized a modern leadership approach that avoids frequent cabinet meetings. However, Biden’s reliance on notecards and frequent mix-ups of names or facts have remained noticeable throughout his term.

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Biden struggled to prepare for an interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur regarding classified documents retention. He required extensive prep sessions and still faced memory lapses during the rigorous process.

Tight Control and Internal Concerns During 2024 Campaign

During his brief 2024 re-election campaign, staff tightly controlled interactions and restricted information flow. Unlike the 2020 campaign, pollster John Anzalone no longer updated Biden directly on polling data. Concerns also grew within the team about First Lady Jill Biden overshadowing her husband, echoing similar worries from previous campaigns.

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