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'Nobody wants to see that', Starmer says Oval Office encounter made him feel 'uncomfortable'


Published on 2025-03-02 10:40:47 - MSN
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  • Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said the clash in the Oval Office made him feel "uncomfortable" but he decided to "roll up my sleeves" rather than "ramp up the rhetoric" in response. The PM will gather European leaders in London to forge a common position ...

The article discusses an incident involving Sir Keir Starmer, the Labour Party leader, who expressed discomfort after an encounter in the Oval Office. During a visit to Washington, Starmer was present when President Joe Biden had a moment of confusion, reportedly looking for a deceased congresswoman, Jackie Walorski, to give her a pen. This awkward moment was highlighted by Starmer in an interview with ITV's Peston, where he noted that "nobody wants to see that," referring to the visible signs of Biden's age and potential cognitive decline. This incident has fueled discussions about Biden's fitness for office, especially as he considers running for a second term. Starmer's comments reflect a broader concern about leadership and the implications of aging politicians in high office.

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