As reports surfaced of a neurologist visiting the White House multiple times, further raising concerns about Joe Biden's health, the President's physician released a statement that he did not see a neurologist apart from the annual physical check-ups.
Biden stood firm and told congressional Democrats in a letter on Monday that he would continue his election bid despite mounting concerns about his mental fitness.
The call saw a notable division among House Democrats, with a greater number of lawmakers advocating for Biden to step aside than those who voiced support for his candidacy.
Bollywood screenwriter Javed Akhtar, who is also known for his outspoken views on several issues, recently stood up to a social media troll who labeled him a 'son of a Gaddar (traitor)'.
Hamas, which has historically demanded Israel agree to a permanent cessation of hostilities as a precondition, is now open to begin negotiations on a temporary truce without this prior commitment.
Former Obama senior adviser David Axelrod has publicly called for President Joe Biden to step aside from the 2024 race, citing concerns over Biden's age and performance.
The report stated that unifying the party is the most important job for any presidential candidate, but Biden is "bleeding Democratic support" in the latest poll, conducted after his "rough debate" with Trump.
Pressed on whether he realised how poorly it was going while on stage, Biden acknowledged, "Yeah, look. The whole way I prepared, nobody's fault, mine. Nobody's fault but mine."
As world leaders prepare to convene, all eyes are on Biden, who faces mounting pressure to demonstrate his capacity to lead amidst growing uncertainties about his political future and the looming shadow of former President Donald Trump.