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Biden blames jet lag for debate debacle: ‘I almost fell asleep on stage’

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Joe Biden claims the reason for his poor performance at last week’s presidential debate was due to being tired after traveling “around the world a couple of times” in the days before the debate.

The 81-year-old said he “almost fell asleep on stage” during his Thursday clash with Donald Trump.

It comes as many, including those from his own party, have further questioned the president’s cognitive ability and whether he would be up to the role for four more years, should he be re-elected in November.

Speaking at a private fundraiser in McLean, Virginia on Tuesday evening, Biden said he

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