A recently unearthed gaffe committed by President Joe Biden at the White House has sparked widespread reaction across social media.

A video in which Biden nearly mistook another woman for his wife has stirred online debates about his fitness office, his ability to handle national security matters, and whether he should depart the White House well ahead of January, as the Express Tribune reports.

The incident occurred during a White House event believed to have been linked to Women's History Month.

President Biden was seen engaging in conversation with a blonde-haired woman dressed in dark blue, whom he apparently mistook for his wife, Jill Biden.

Unexpected Interruption by Jill Biden Captured

Jill Biden, donning a lighter shade of blue, quickly stepped in, conversed briefly with the Ppresident, and subsequently escorted him away. This intervention was caught on camera and has been circulating on various social media platforms.

The footage, several months old, has only recently gained significant attention, triggering a series of discussions about President Biden's continued pressures, including his since-abandoned run for a second term.

Online Reactions Vary Widely

Responses on the social media platform X were mixed, with one user commenting, "Joe Biden was spotted about to kiss another woman he appeared to have thought was his wife until Jill Biden stopped him."

Another user defended the president, stating, "No sign he was going to kiss her. He was simply talking."

These comments reflect the divided perceptions of the incident among the public, highlighting concerns over Biden's age and mental acuity.

Broader Challenges Amid Aborted Re-election Campaign

President Biden's re-election campaign faced hurdles not only from public scrutiny but also from within his own party. Several prominent Democratic figures suggested that he consider not running for another term, a decision at which he arrived himself over the weekend.

Adding to the strain, the president recently tested positive for COVID-19, which required him to go into isolation, temporarily hindering all public activities.

Despite these setbacks, Biden's aides remained optimistic, pointing to his history of overcoming significant challenges.

Biden's Verbal Gaffe at NATO Summit

Earlier in the month, President Biden was at a NATO summit where he made another notable gaffe. He mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as "President Putin."

Biden quickly corrected himself, but not before the slip had been noted by attendees and reported by the media. He described Zelenskiy as having "as much courage as he has determination."

This incident compounded the growing concerns about Biden's suitability for the highest office as his campaign geared up for his re-election bid.

Continued Support Despite Challenges

Amid these controversies, President Biden continued to affirm his intention to continue his candidacy for re-election, though he has since reversed course.

Supporters cited his extensive political experience and past successes as reasons to trust in his ongoing leadership capability.

However, the debate about his recent actions and their implications for his future in politics continued to loom large in public discourse and may have led to his eventual withdrawal from presidential contention.