The Biden administration went into damage control mode Monday after reports surfaced that a neurologist specializing in Parkinson's disease made numerous visits to the White House in recent months.
The explanation comes as President Joe Biden faces continued questions on his mental acuity as several Democratic lawmakers have called on the president to exit the 2024 presidential race.
In a letter from Dr. Kevin O'Connor, who serves as the physician to the president, he said neurologist Dr. Kevin Cannard made numerous visits to the White House campus in his capacity in the White House Medical Unit. O'Connor said many of the visits were part of neurology clinics intended for active duty military members who serve at the White House.
"Prior to the pandemic, and following its end, he has held regular Neurology Clinics at the White House Medical Clinic in support of the thousands of active duty members assigned in support of White House operations," O'Connor wrote. "Many military personnel experience neurological issues related to their service, and Dr. Cannard regularly visits the WHMU as part of this General Neurology practice. We value the contributions he has made across the many patients he has treated in support of the White House and its personnel over these years."
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8 июл 2024
