"Biden's Age Becomes Key Concern for 2024 Election"

As President Joe Biden celebrates his 81st birthday, his age has become his biggest liability for a potential 2024 campaign and a likely rematch with Donald Trump. Recent polls show Biden trailing Trump in key swing states, with voters expressing concerns about his health and acuity. High-profile moments, such as falls, verbal gaffes, and the use of a medical device, have fueled uneasiness among Democrats. While the White House insists Biden remains healthy, aides have made accommodations to avoid giving fodder to opponents or the media. Biden's press strategy has changed, and he interacts less frequently with the press corps. Biden's allies argue that the focus on his age is unfair, considering Trump's own health issues. Aides have developed a playbook to address age questions, highlighting Biden's experience and dismissing the notion that he is avoiding the press. However, voter concerns about Biden's fitness for office and age persist.