In a startling revelation, it has emerged that President Joe Biden has not convened a meeting with his Cabinet since October 2023.
Moreover, when such meetings did occur, they were meticulously planned to ensure Biden was prepped on the topics of discussion and the individuals who would be posing questions. This information, shared by insiders with CNN, indicates that what were once regular opportunities for the President and his select team to deliberate on pressing national issues have, under this administration, been reduced to sporadic, highly choreographed assemblies.
As reported by The Post Millennial, these revelations have surfaced amidst growing concerns about Biden's cognitive health from those in his inner circle. Following his debate with Donald Trump, there has been a surge in calls from donors, political commentators, and fellow politicians for Biden to withdraw from the presidential race in favor of a younger candidate.
CNN reports that it has become routine for Cabinet officials to provide questions and talking points to Biden's aides ahead of confidential meetings. "The entire display is kind of an act," one insider revealed to the news outlet. "They would come and say, 'Hey, the president is going to call on you about 25 minutes in, and ask this question. What are the bullet points you'll respond with?'"
Another source highlighted that Cabinet meetings under Biden's administration are "not free-wheeling, and pretty well-orchestrated," a significant departure from the Obama era, where Biden served as vice president. In response to these allegations, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack defended the practice of soliciting questions and talking points in advance as "standard practice for any administration," arguing that "there should not be surprise in Cabinet meetings."
Additional insiders confided to CNN that due to the infrequent nature of these meetings, they often remain in the dark about Biden's actual state of affairs. However, many have observed a noticeable decline in his performance between the spring and summer. This raises questions about the transparency and effectiveness of the current administration, and whether it is truly serving the interests of the American people.
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