In the ever-turbulent world of politics, it seems that some stories never quite get the attention they deserve until a revelation forces them into the spotlight. The recent scandal surrounding President Joe Biden’s alleged cognitive decline is one such story. While it may have taken some time for the mainstream media to acknowledge this topic, conservative voices have been discussing it for years. Now, with a new book stirring the pot, outlets and pundits who once ignored these concerns find themselves scrambling to cover their tracks.
Jake Tapper’s new book appears to be the latest attempt by those on the left to retell history as if they were always in the know. In an entertaining twist, Tapper faces criticism even from within his own circles, as this book raises questions about who knew what and when about Biden’s cognitive abilities. The book supposedly aims to set the record straight, yet many see it merely as a last-minute grab for relevance and sales—cash over candor, some might say.
What’s truly puzzling, though, is the apparent lack of remorse from those who were involved in the story’s cover-up. One might expect a shred of honesty or guilt, but according to Tapper’s account, it seems those party to the charade are more focused on their own interests rather than the electorate they are meant to serve. Nothing new there. It appears that some would prefer to ignore inconvenient truths until they become impossible to deny. Thanks to a book, suddenly everyone is a truth-seeker, but the façade isn’t fooling anyone.
For years, conservative analysts and commentators have pointed out signs of Biden’s decline, only to be dismissed or ridiculed by mainstream media. Yet, in the grand tradition of “better late than never,” those same outlets now act as though they’re breaking a major story. Their sudden fervor to expose the truth only after years of silence is quite the spectacle. It’s a bit like the kid who tries to clean the mess only when mom walks in the door; a little too late to claim diligence.
And this isn’t just about Biden. The double standards run deep. The handling of Trump-related news often stood in stark contrast to other political figures, with alleged Russian ties and intelligence scandals receiving unbalanced scrutiny. It seems the rules change depending on who’s in the hot seat—a convenient flexibility that serves the media’s narrative rather than the public’s need for genuine transparency. With each revelation, these outlets ask for trust while seemingly forgetting that trust is earned, not demanded with a wave and a smile.
If history is any guide, this will likely be just another case where the media attempts to rewrite its own role, polishing its image and attempting to sell old news as newfound revelations. As they scramble to cover this scandal, it remains critical that Americans keep their eyes open and questioning. What’s sold as truth can sometimes be just another chapter in a long book of convenient omissions. Let’s see if true accountability follows, or if this, too, will be swept under the well-tread rug of political expediency.
