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Former First Lady Discusses Health of Former President

A new book by the former first lady addresses the health of the former president during his time in office. The account acknowledges age-related effects while stating he remained capable of serving another term.

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A new book by the former first lady examines the health of the former president during his final period in office. The account states that age affected his condition while maintaining he remained fit for another term. The former first lady's book presents details that differ from earlier public statements by advisers.

Those statements had described the former president as remaining sharp and physically capable throughout his term.

The former first lady writes that visible signs of frailty were explained away at the time. The book presents these observations as part of a broader discussion of the former president's condition. The former first lady states that the former president was still able to serve another term despite age-related changes.

The account covers the period leading up to and following the 2024 election. The book is scheduled for release in the coming period, according to the reporting.

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