Special Counsel report reveals Biden's feeble-mindedness spares him from charges. Pakistan election marred by military interference and manipulation. Challenge of finding reliable news sources discussed. Risks faced by famous individuals in Pakistan. Recognition of democratic results important for engaging with Pakistani aspirations.
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The Special Counsel report concludes that Biden's memory limitations and faulty recollection of events make it unlikely for him to be convicted, highlighting the challenge of prosecuting an elderly man with memory lapses.
The report's findings raise concerns about Biden's age and ability to serve as president, citing instances where he struggled to recall basic facts and misnamed world leaders, which could contribute to voter disillusionment and erosion of trust in the democratic process.
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Special Counsel finds no charges against Joe Biden in classified documents probe
The Special Counsel investigating Joe Biden's handling of classified documents has concluded that there is evidence of willful mishandling, but not enough to win a conviction. The report describes President Biden as a forgetful old man who kept notebooks and documents with classified information at home, a characterization that may be used against him politically. The Special Counsel's team cites Biden's diminished faculties, faulty memory, and poor recollection of events in their decision not to charge him. Prosecuting Biden would be hindered by the jury's perception of him as a sympathetic, well-meaning elderly man with memory lapses.
Biden's memory limitations and diminished faculties detailed in the report
The report outlines Biden's memory lapses and failures during interviews with his ghostwriter and the Special Counsel's office. It notes that Biden struggled to remember events, had difficulty reading and relaying his own notebook entries, and could not recall basic details such as when he was vice president or when his son died. The report concludes that Biden's memory limitations are consistent with the diminished faculties and faulty memory observed in multiple interviews. Jurors would likely view his memory lapses as innocent mistakes rather than willful intent to break the law.
Biden's defense and criticism of the Special Counsel's report
In response to the report, Biden defended himself, stating that he has always taken national security seriously and cooperated fully with the investigation. His legal team criticized the report, calling it inappropriate and accusing the Special Counsel of trashing the president. They objected to the characterization of Biden as an elderly man with a poor memory, citing violations of well-established department norms. The White House also pushed back, highlighting inaccuracies and inappropriate comments in the report while reiterating that no charges were warranted.
Implications and concerns regarding Biden's memory and abilities
The report's findings raise concerns about Biden's age and ability to serve as president. It mentions how voters are overwhelmingly worried about his age and capacity, citing instances where he struggled to recall basic facts, stories, and figures. The report's description of his forgetfulness, along with recent incidents of misnaming world leaders and struggling with word recall, adds to these concerns. Critics argue that denying Biden's memory limitations could lead to disillusionment among voters and the erosion of trust in the democratic process.
Krystal breaks down the bombshell Special Counsel report stating that Biden is too old to be convicted by a jury, and Ryan covers the Pakistan election where Pakistanis have rejected the US backed regime.