New Castle, DE – In a stunning and chaotic moment Friday, CNN abruptly cut its live broadcast after President Joe Biden launched into a bizarre tirade during a Memorial Day event, confronting female reporters, lashing out over questions about his mental fitness, and threatening to physically assault CNN’s Jake Tapper and Axios reporter Alex Thompson.
Biden, 82, was speaking publicly for the first time since revealing he is battling metastatic cancer, reportedly linked to a long-term prostate condition. During his remarks, he veered wildly off-script, turning what was meant to be a solemn address into a display of confusion, defiance, and volatility.
“I Can Beat the Hell Out of Both of Them”
When CNN’s Kaitlan Collins raised concerns about Biden’s cognitive decline—referencing details from Tapper and Thompson’s recent book—Biden stepped forward aggressively, saying:
“You can see that I’m mentally incompetent and I can’t walk, and I can beat the hell out of both of them.”
The disturbing outburst reportedly came after Biden got in the face of multiple female reporters, visibly raising his voice and showing agitation. CNN’s Dana Bash was seen visibly stunned moments before the network suddenly cut away from the broadcast.
More Bizarre Moments: Biden’s Declaration of Independence Gaffe
Earlier in the speech, Biden shouted seemingly without context:
“I’m an American! That’s who I am! I’m serious about this! I’m not joking!”
He then attempted to quote the Declaration of Independence, but mangled the line, further fueling questions about his cognitive clarity.
Political Fallout: A Boiling Point for Biden
This episode comes at a critical time for the Biden administration, with his health, mental capacity, and re-election viability under intense national scrutiny. The president’s behavior only amplified concerns among both critics and former allies, who have quietly acknowledged fears over his stamina and judgment.
Notably, this was not a campaign rally, but a Memorial Day tribute—making the confrontation all the more shocking to observers.
CNN’s Silence, White House Scrambles
CNN has yet to explain why it cut its live coverage, but insiders say the move was made to avoid airing unfiltered content that could cause further reputational harm to both the president and the network. The White House has not issued a formal statement, though sources say damage control efforts are underway behind the scenes.
