President Joe Biden met with Democratic governors and suggested he may limit evening events after 8 p.m. to get more sleep, following concerns about his ability to serve and campaign for re-election after a disastrous debate performance. Biden joked about his health, saying “it’s just my brain,” but campaign manager Jen O’Malley Dillon clarified it was a joke. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who was on the call, said Biden’s comment about needing more sleep wasn’t literal but indicated a need for rest to maintain energy. The Biden campaign defended the remarks, stating that presidents need a balanced schedule. Some Democrats were frustrated with Biden’s debate performance and White House staff’s handling of the response. In an interview with ABC News on Friday, Biden is expected to address some of these concerns. While some Democrats, like Rep. Debbie Dingell and Rep. Scott Peters, have expressed doubts about Biden’s ability to win in November, they stopped short of calling for him to step aside as the party’s nominee. However, some allies continue to show staunch support for Biden, such as Gov. Newsom who praised Biden’s meeting with the governors and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the country. Overall, there are concerns among Democrats about Biden’s performance, but also support and hope for his candidacy moving forward.
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