14.01.2026 09:32
A video of former President Donald Trump mimicking the speech and actions of President Joe Biden has sparked significant controversy in the country. While there has been a considerable number of people reacting to the footage of Trump mocking Biden, who is battling cancer, there are also those who watched the video and claimed to find the imitation successful.
US President Donald Trump made an impersonation of former US President Joe Biden during his speech at the Detroit Economic Club, criticizing the former president over his use of a teleprompter. The footage quickly spread on social media, with those close to Trump interpreting it as part of an emphasis on "stage presence and direct speech."
"HE OFFICIALLY MOCKED HIS ILLNESS"
Those reacting to the video argue that the impersonation made during a time when Biden's health process is publicly known "crossed human boundaries." Supporters of Trump, however, say it should be considered as "harsh criticism in politics."
Biden's office had previously announced that the former president was diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer and that the disease had spread to his bones; recent statements regarding his treatment had also been made public.
"AN INAPPROPRIATE STYLE FOR THE PRESIDENCY"
According to experts, the debate has brought back the "personalized language" of politics during campaign periods. While Trump's impersonation is seen as "humor" by some, it has strengthened the criticism of "an inappropriate style for the presidency" among others.