The White House is under intense scrutiny following the release of an audio recording from the Las Vegas Metro Police Department, which has ignited controversy regarding President Joe Biden’s health. The incident occurred on July 17, 2024, when Biden abruptly canceled a campaign event in Las Vegas, citing a positive COVID-19 test as the reason for his sudden departure. However, newly leaked audio suggests the situation may have been more serious than initially disclosed.
In the leaked recording, a police officer is heard using the code “421,” which, according to Las Vegas Metro Police, signifies a sick or injured person. The officer is heard stating, “POTUS is 421. He’s being seen, so we’re just kinda waiting to see how this is shaping out.” This has led to widespread speculation that President Biden may have suffered a medical emergency beyond the reported COVID-19 diagnosis.
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The White House, however, is pushing back against these claims. On Monday, during a press briefing, Fox News reporter Peter Doocy confronted White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre about the leaked audio. Doocy questioned whether President Biden had experienced a medical emergency during his trip to Las Vegas. Jean-Pierre dismissed the suggestion, reiterating that the president had tested positive for COVID-19 but did not experience any other health crisis. She emphasized that there was no medical emergency and attributed the rumors to misinformation.
The situation has been further complicated by reports that Biden appeared visibly unwell while boarding Air Force One after the event cancellation, struggling to ascend the steps of the aircraft. Additionally, when he resurfaced in public several days later, Biden was seen with a large bruise on his chin, fueling speculation that his condition may have been more serious than the White House has admitted.
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This incident has brought renewed attention to concerns over President Biden’s health, which have been a recurring theme throughout his presidency. At 81 years old, Biden is the oldest sitting president in U.S. history, and questions about his fitness for office have been raised by critics and political opponents alike. The leaked audio and subsequent denials by the White House have only intensified these concerns.
Biden’s abrupt cancellation of the Las Vegas event was initially attributed to a precautionary measure after his COVID-19 diagnosis. The White House stated that despite the positive test, Biden was only experiencing mild symptoms and was continuing to work from isolation. However, the revelation of the police audio and the use of the “421” code has cast doubt on the official narrative.
The White House’s response to the leaked audio has done little to quell the speculation. Critics argue that the administration’s handling of the situation raises transparency issues, especially concerning the president’s health. In contrast, supporters maintain that the president's age should not be used as a political weapon, emphasizing that Biden has been forthcoming about his health challenges and continues to fulfill his duties effectively.
This is not the first time President Biden’s health has come under scrutiny. Throughout his tenure, there have been various incidents, including frequent slips of the tongue and occasional physical stumbles, which have been seized upon by political opponents to question his capacity to serve. The leaked Las Vegas police audio has provided new fodder for these criticisms, with some suggesting that the administration is not being entirely truthful about the president’s condition.
