Amid concerns about President Joe Biden’s competency due to his age, the current president made a surprising slip during Independence Day celebrations. Biden mistakenly referred to himself as a proud “black woman” while discussing his role as the vice president, according to international reports and recordings of the incident.
His mix-up may have stemmed from confusion with Vice President Kamala Harris, who is the first black person and woman to hold the role. This gaffe is just one in a series of recent fumbles by Biden, including referring to former President Donald Trump as “one of our colleagues.”
Following a decline in public support after his first debate against Trump, questions about Biden’s cognitive health have surfaced. A recent poll showed that many believe Biden may be too old to serve in government, while a Department of Justice counsel has raised concerns about his memory problems.
As the issue of mental competency becomes a focal point in the presidential campaign, the White House denies any assertions that Biden lacks the capacity to serve. Despite his age and recent missteps, Biden remains determined to work on behalf of the American people.
Reuters contributed to this report.