Did Joe Biden fall asleep at a meeting with African presidents? Here's what reports are saying, watch video

US President Joe Biden, 82, appeared to doze off during the Lobito Corridor Trans-Africa Summit in Angola. The summit, held with leaders from Zambia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Tanzania’s vice-president Philip Mpango, saw Biden closing his eyes and resting his hand on his face during Mpango’s speech. Though wearing an earpiece for translations, all speeches were in English.

Incident Highlights Exhaustion During African Visit

The event occurred on the final day of Biden’s three-day visit to Angola, his first trip to Africa as president. Earlier that day, Biden toured a port terminal and food processing facility in Western Angola, which he referenced during the summit. This schedule marked the end of a demanding diplomatic visit, reflecting Biden’s struggles with international travel demands.

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Past Criticism for Age and Fatigue

This is not the first time Biden has faced accusations of appearing tired at global events. Similar incidents, including missing a G7 dinner in Italy and mistakenly introducing Volodymyr Zelensky as "President Putin" at a NATO summit, have drawn criticism. Former President Donald Trump’s “Sleepy Joe” nickname for Biden continues to resonate with such moments on the world stage.

Biden’s Remarks and Gaffes Spark Attention

During the summit, Biden mistakenly referred to Angola as a “vibrant city,” before correcting himself. Additionally, he made a light-hearted comment about nearing the end of his presidency, sparking mixed reactions. These moments, alongside the alleged fatigue, have reignited discussions on Biden’s age and fitness for office as he prepares for the transition of power.

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FAQs:

Did Joe Biden fall asleep during the Trans-Africa Summit?
Joe Biden appeared to close his eyes for over a minute during the Lobito Corridor Trans-Africa Summit in Angola, sparking speculation he was asleep.

What was Biden doing during the Trans-Africa Summit?
Biden rested his hand on his face and closed his eyes during a speech by Tanzania’s Vice-President Philip Mpango.