So much for those kung-foo grip shoes Biden is wearing.
In a recent turn of events that could have led to a considerable stir, President Joe Biden found himself once again having issues boarding Air Force One despite using the short stairs. The incident, which unfolded on a live TV broadcast Monday morning, saw the President once again tripping trying to board Air Force One. As he ascended the shorter staircase to the aircraft, he tripped and lost his balance. This occurrence comes amid heightened efforts by the President’s team to try and avoid such incidents.
The President was en route to Wisconsin, with plans to announce an initiative aimed at canceling hundreds of millions of dollars in student debt for borrowers. This policy move, however, was momentarily overshadowed by the physical stumble, quickly seized upon by the Republican National Committee. The RNC didn’t miss the beat in highlighting the clip, focusing on the moment President Biden, donning his “super-grip black sneakers,” momentarily tripped but managed to steady himself.
YIKES: Biden almost trips up the short stairs (again) as he heads to Wisconsin pic.twitter.com/NFnqT49Hvf
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) April 8, 2024
This incident is not an isolated incident since Biden has taken office. The RNC has compiled at least 17 such moments, painting a picture of a series of challenges with balance and mobility that the President has encountered. From a bicycle fall to tripping over a sandbag, and previous stumbles while navigating the Air Force One stairs, these instances have spurred discussions about the President’s physical capacity to navigate the demands of his office.
The use of the smaller staircase for boarding Air Force One is a notable adjustment, in an effort to try and mitigate the risk of public falls.
The public’s perception of President Biden’s fitness for office, particularly in light of these physical challenges and considering his age, has become a focal point of national discussion. A February poll revealing that a staggering 82% of Americans harbor reservations about his bid for a second term underscores the gravity of these concerns. Despite this, President Biden has demonstrated resilience and a dismissive attitude toward questions surrounding his age and fitness, characterizing such inquiries as “stupid” when probed by reporters.
