European leaders were shocked by Joe Biden's physical and mental shape at the G7 summit. Biden appeared confused and tired, with moments of slips and confusion.

According to The New York Times, Biden's slip-ups and moments of confusion seem to have become increasingly frequent. Several European officials have noted that the president seemed increasingly confused and tired or that he was losing the thread of conversations. Barack Obama shared his concern about Biden's electoral race, which has become even more complicated after the debate with Donald Trump.