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Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is sparking a national debate by pushing for a mental fitness standard for lawmakers, arguing that age alone shouldn’t determine eligibility—only mental capability. Though her amendment didn’t pass, it’s gained surprising bipartisan support, with Republicans and conservatives agreeing it’s a commonsense fix for a system plagued by aging officials. She cites Senator Feinstein’s health struggles as a cautionary tale, stressing that older lawmakers must still be mentally sharp to handle Congress’s demands. While some Democrats see the proposal as a distraction and others want bolder reforms, Gluesenkamp Perez remains undeterred, even calling for President Biden to step aside, all while insisting the fight for capable leadership is far from over.

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