Staff Reports
Biden’s absence from the 2024 presidential race appears to be matched only by his absence from the Olympic Games in Paris. Rumor has it that the president’s own party has given him the cold shoulder, and now, according to the New York Post, he’s taking up residence in the land of invisibility, leaving conservative Americans to wonder what the heck is going on.
Expected to light up Paris with his usual blend of charm and charisma—whatever’s left of it—Biden managed to concoct a rather baffling excuse for why he won’t be making an appearance. Apparently, he claims that “they” barred him from attending. The specifics of that mysterious “they” remain unclear, leading many to believe he’s more of a ghost than a leader. Does “they” refer to his own staff? Maybe the party? Or perhaps just those pesky aides whose task it is to safeguard him from unfiltered public exposure?
Biden says staff doesn’t let him call young girls on stage at events, but ‘I’m going to do it anyway’ https://t.co/ddaSRGX3wp pic.twitter.com/RTVmKmQboD
— New York Post (@nypost) September 23, 2024
In an event featuring Olympic and Paralympic athletes, Biden offered an explanation that sounded less like presidential wisdom and more like a confused grandparent trying to remember where they left their glasses. In his own words, he asserts that his presence causes “commotion,” which begs the question: is this a good thing or a bad thing? After all, is it really a bad look when the president is seen cheering on American athletes? The man’s logic seems as tangled as his own thoughts, leading to speculation about whether he is the one causing a commotion or merely a victim of it.
In what can only be chalked up to optimistic wishful thinking, the president promised that by the time the 2028 Los Angeles games roll around, he won’t be held back by the shackles of the presidency. This promise hints at the mere fact that by then, he might be more accurate in calling himself “just a spectator.” Many cannot help but wonder if the only thing Biden will manage to attend come 2028 is an appointment with his nurse.
Social media hasn’t held back on their opinions of this latest escapade; it’s fair to say that there’s a real sense of schadenfreude going around. Theories on why he skipped the Olympics include speculation that “Sleepy Joe” was deemed too far gone, even for the lighthearted spirit of the international Games. A flurry of posts joking about his cognitive abilities paints a grim picture that alludes to the likelihood that he might need assistance just to find the Olympic venue, let alone cheer for American athletes.
Biden’s retreat from the Olympic spotlight only serves to reinforce doubts about his capability to handle the demands of the presidency—let alone the rigorous task of representing the United States on a global platform. As he continues to navigate the murky waters of his own making, one thing remains conspicuously clear: the next Olympic Games may be better off without him, not for the sake of the athletes, but for the sake of American pride.
