When Donald Trump was inaugurated in January 2017, he became the oldest commander-in-chief sworn in at the age of 70 years and 220 days old. Trump's age has been a topic of concern for some, particularly as he faced criticism for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has disproportionately affected older Americans.
The 2024 Presidential race is taking shape, with former President Donald Trump mounting a comeback bid for the White House, while President Biden has announced his re-election campaign. Age has already become a key concern for both leading Presidential candidates heading into the 2024 election.
Fox News hosted a town hall event in Iowa with Donald Trump on Thursday night, allowing the President to repeat his well-worn grievances and appeal to his base. Trump's age was not a major topic of discussion during the event, but it remains an underlying concern for many voters.
The race for the 2024 Republican White House nomination is about to heat up as two long-tipped contenders enter the fray. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former Vice President Mike Pence are both seen as potential challengers to Trump, but age could be a factor in their campaigns as well.
With President Biden announcing his re-election campaign Tuesday and Donald Trump being the leading candidate on the Republican side, age is likely to be a major issue in the 2024 Presidential race. Both candidates will be in their 70s by the time of the election, raising questions about their fitness for office and ability to handle the demands of the Presidency.
Donald Trump ripped from a well-worn page in his playbook Tuesday night, lashing out with a speech that was at times full of lies and conspiracy theories. The former President's speech was seen as an attempt to rally his base and position himself as the leader of the Republican Party heading into the 2024 election.
Age is not the only factor that will play a role in the 2024 Presidential race, but it is certainly one of the most important. Both candidates will need to convince voters that they are up to the task of leading the country, despite their advanced age.
As the 2024 Presidential race heats up, it is likely that age will continue to be a major concern for voters. While both Donald Trump and Joe Biden are seasoned politicians with decades of experience, their age could be a liability in a race that is likely to be fiercely contested.
