Mitch McConnell: Do the job, or step aside

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Mitch McConnell: Do the job, or step aside

TL;DR

  • President Joe Biden exited the stage at 11:30 p.m. on June 27, 2024.
  • Biden admitted he had "screwed up" the debate.
  • The performance was considered a low point in his 50-year-plus career.
  • Questions were raised about his cognitive ability.