White House Defends Biden's Fitness for Office Amid Questions About His Age

White House pushes back on media fixation on Biden's age and stamina
Aides criticize news stories and headlines questioning 80-year-old president's ability to handle job
Mock headlines about Biden going to bed after marathon trip to Asia
Polls show Biden's age is a vulnerability; he would be 86 at end of potential second term
Biden allies point to busy Asia trip as proof he can handle rigors of presidency

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