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Michael Howie

Joe Biden admits he ‘nearly fell asleep’ during Trump debate as he blames jet lag for poor performance

Joe Biden has blamed his poor performance in last week’s presidential debate on jet lag after two overseas trips - despite spending six days at Camp David preparing for the showdown.

Speaking at a campaign event in McLean, Virginia, on Tuesday night, the US President admitted the debate against Republican rival Donald Trump did not go well.

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