Fox News correspondent Peter Doocy questioned the White House about the chain of command for responding to a nuclear missile attack after President Biden's announcement that he stops events at 8 PM for sleep.
Fox News senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy ignited a debate on Tuesday when he posed a pertinent question to White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre: who would be contacted if a nuclear missile was launched towards the U.S. after 8 p.m., the self-imposed deadline set by President Biden for ceasing all events?
This inquiry stemmed from reports that President Biden had informed Democratic governors of his decision to discontinue scheduling events beyond 8 p.m. to prioritize rest. Subsequently, Doocy raised concerns about the president's mental acuity and whether he remained sharp after 8 p.m.
White House Pressed on Who Responds to Nuclear Launch After President Biden's 8 PM Deadline
Jean-Pierre responded by affirming that the president has a dedicated team to keep him abreast of any significant events affecting the nation. She further clarified that Biden had appointed an individual tasked with conveying critical information from the National Security Council in the event of a nuclear missile attack. However, she declined to reveal the identity of this person.
Doocy's questioning also delved into the potential role of First Lady Jill Biden in decision-making. He cited instances where McCarthy had observed the First Lady present in Oval Office meetings. Jean-Pierre dismissed any suggestion of Jill Biden influencing the president's choices, emphasizing that he alone retains the authority as president.
White House Pressed on Who Responds to Nuclear Launch After President Biden's 8 PM Deadline
Doocy's interrogation extended to the president's commitment to a full second term. Jean-Pierre affirmed that Biden was indeed committed to serving a complete second term if elected.
When Doocy pressed Jean-Pierre about Biden's health and his assertion that his brain was as sharp as ever, the press secretary intervened, clarifying that the president had made a joke. However, Doocy remained skeptical, questioning the nature of the joke and whether it alluded to any underlying cognitive issues.
White House Pressed on Who Responds to Nuclear Launch After President Biden's 8 PM Deadline
Jean-Pierre maintained that Biden was merely joking, dismissing the suggestion that he had admitted to any mental deficiencies. She characterized Biden as someone who frequently employs humor and enjoys quipping about his age.
Doocy's relentless probing reflected growing concerns about Biden's age and fitness for office, which have escalated since his performance in the late June presidential debate against former President Trump. These concerns have intensified the pressure on Biden to withdraw from the 2024 race.
White House Pressed on Who Responds to Nuclear Launch After President Biden's 8 PM Deadline
