Biden Blames Global Travels for Pre-Debate Struggles

US President Joe Biden attributed his lackluster debate performance to jet lag from recent global travels. Speaking at a fundraiser, he admitted not heeding staff advice and almost falling asleep on stage. Biden apologized for the performance, describing his travel schedule as an 'explanation, not an excuse.'

President Joe Biden attributed his debate performance struggles to exhaustion from recent international trips. Addressing donors in Virginia, Biden admitted ignoring staff advice and nearly dozing off on stage.

'I wasn't very smart,' he confessed, acknowledging his subpar performance.

Biden will continue his campaign trail in Wisconsin and Philadelphia, with an upcoming NATO conference next week.