Jill Biden says she thought Joe Biden had a stroke during 2024 debate

Former first lady Jill Biden said she was “frightened” that her husband was experiencing a stroke during his performance in the 2024 presidential debate against President Donald Trump.

Jill Biden says she thought Joe Biden had a stroke during 2024 debate

TL;DR

  • Jill Biden stated she was frightened during the 2024 presidential debate, fearing Joe Biden was experiencing a stroke.
  • Her current comments contrast with her immediate post-debate remarks where she praised his performance.
  • Joe Biden withdrew from the presidential race a month after the debate and endorsed Kamala Harris.
  • Joe Biden was diagnosed with Stage 4 prostate cancer nearly a year after the debate.
  • Donald Trump has been critical of Biden's health and transparency regarding medical disclosures.
  • Trump also questioned Biden skipping a cognitive test, while Trump himself underwent physicals, including one at Walter Reed.
  • The White House physician confirmed Joe Biden visited a neurologist as part of his annual physicals following the debate.