Allies cited a Biden debate performance punctuated by repeated stumbles, uncomfortable pauses, and a quiet speaking style that was often difficult to understand.


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Allies cited a Biden debate performance punctuated by repeated stumbles, uncomfortable pauses, and a quiet speaking style that was often difficult to understand.{ai:summary}<p>Biden struggled in a recent debate, with awkward pauses and unclear speech. Allies were concerned about his performance. #politics</p>

Biden’s debate performance spurs Democratic panic about his ability to lead party against Trump

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