The Worm in the Membrane: RFK Jr., Jon Stewart, and Cognitive Concerns on the Campaign Trail

As the 2024 election approaches, the physical and mental fitness of candidates has become a topic of discussion. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has claimed that a parasitic worm damaged his brain, while Jon Stewart has criticized President Biden's age. Meanwhile, a House bill proposes sending anti-Israel protesters to Gaza.

As the 2024 presidential election nears, questions about the cognitive fitness of candidates have emerged. Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) has revealed a bizarre medical claim in a years-old deposition, while comedian Jon Stewart has taken aim at President Biden's age and apparent cognitive decline.

In a deposition during his 2012 divorce proceedings, RFK Jr. alleged that doctors had discovered a parasitic worm that had consumed part of his brain before dying in his skull. He attributed his cognitive problems, memory loss, and brain fog to the incident. However, RFK Jr.'s campaign subsequently stated that he had fully recovered after altering his diet and blaming mercury poisoning. Despite the parasite's alleged demise, he has revived his call for a debate with former President Donald Trump.

Comedian Jon Stewart has openly criticized President Biden's age and cognitive abilities. During a comedy set at Netflix's comedy festival, Stewart referred to Biden as "so f---ing old" and pointed out that Trump is not much younger. He expressed concern about the advanced age of both candidates and questioned why society would allow such individuals to run for the highest office in the land.

A newly proposed House Bill aims to address anti-Israel protests on college campuses. The bill would allow state attorneys general to charge agitators with felonies and potentially sentence them to deportation to the Gaza Strip. The measure has drawn criticism from civil liberties groups, who argue that it violates free speech and due process.

The Biden administration has confirmed that it has paused the shipment of bombs to Israel in response to the country's recent military operation in Rafah. The White House cited its opposition to the operation and concerns about civilian casualties. The decision has drawn mixed reactions, with some supporting the move and others expressing concern that it could weaken Israel's defense capabilities.

The trial of Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg has concluded its third week, with salacious testimony from adult film star Stormy Daniels. Meanwhile, the House Oversight Committee has canceled a hearing on antisemitism after police finally dismantled a protest encampment outside George Washington University.

A billionaire's family has been revealed to be bankrolling both anti-Israel groups and Democratic candidates in battleground states. The revelation has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the influence of special interests in politics.

House Republicans have asked the Department of Justice to investigate former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen for making allegedly false statements. Cohen has denied the allegations and accused the Republicans of political retaliation.

Former President Trump has pledged to keep the FBI headquarters in Washington, D.C., as part of his plan to rebuild the capital city. Senator Ted Cruz's team has criticized the Texas Democrat who gave the keynote speech at the state convention, calling her views radical and out of step with the state's values.

Governor Gavin Newsom has faced ridicule for a tourism video featuring the Golden Gate Bridge. The GOP continues to pressure NPR amidst allegations of political bias. The Vatican is preparing guidelines for "apparitions" and "supernatural phenomena."

The Georgia Court of Appeals will review Trump's bid to disqualify District Attorney Fani Willis from investigating his alleged election interference. Trump has accused Willis of bias and misconduct.

During a hearing where a judge threatened to jail him for violating a gag order, Trump recited a line from 1775 expressing defiance. New York Times columnist Matt Taibbi has accused the newspaper of being insufficiently supportive of Biden and selectively editing Republican quotes.

As the 2024 campaign trail heats up, questions about candidate fitness and controversies over political bias and special interests will continue to shape the political landscape. Stay tuned for updates and analysis from the Fox News Politics newsletter.