Tennessee Republican proposes bill to require White House to notify Congress when the president takes drugs that alter alertness, judgment, or mood. Bill called the No Juicing Joe Act due to concerns about President Biden's mental decline. Republican officials criticize Biden's cognitive abilities, while White House dismisses criticisms as partisan politics.
Key Points
Bill called the No Juicing Joe Act aims to address concerns about Biden's cognitive decline
Historical examples of presidents facing health issues related to drugs affecting behavior are mentioned
Republican officials criticize Biden's mental acuity while White House dismisses criticisms as partisan
White House spokesperson labels Republican criticisms as intimidation and misunderstanding confidence for a drug
Pros
Ensures transparency about president's health and cognitive abilities
Holds the president accountable to the people
Cons
Critics view the bill as targeting President Biden specifically
May lead to further political divisions and controversies