President Biden narrowly escaped a potentially hazardous fall as he stumbled on a step while making his way to the stage at the National Peace Officers Memorial Service held at the Capitol. Despite the mishap, the 81-year-old president managed to regain his footing and proceeded to pay his respects to law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

The incident occurred just hours after President Biden issued a bold challenge to his political rival, former President Donald Trump, proposing a debate between the two. The news of this showdown quickly gained traction, and by midday, both the presumed Republican and Democratic nominees had agreed to face off on June 27 and September 10. CNN and ABC News are set to host these highly anticipated debates.

During his speech at the National Peace Officers Memorial Service, President Biden expressed his gratitude and admiration for the men and women in law enforcement, emphasizing that "police officer is not just what you do, it's who you are." The president's sincere words resonated with the audience of police officers.

The issue of age has become a prominent theme in the upcoming November 5 presidential election. President Biden, at 81, is the oldest commander-in-chief in U.S. history and would reach the age of 86 by the end of a potential second term. In comparison, former President Trump, aged 77, would surpass Biden as the oldest president if he were to win the rematch.

Acknowledging concerns about his age, President Biden has humorously addressed the topic and assured his aides and allies about his sharpness and vitality. However, incidents of the president struggling with maintaining his balance, including stumbling on the Air Force One steps and a significant fall during the Air Force Academy's graduation ceremony in June last year, have sparked doubts among some voters.

According to a recent New York Times/Siena College survey, when asked whether they believed President Biden was too old to be effective as president, 69% of respondents agreed to some extent, while only 27% disagreed. In contrast, only 41% believed that former President Trump was too old to be effective, with 56% expressing disagreement.

The upcoming debates between President Biden and former President Trump will undoubtedly bring more scrutiny to their respective ages and capabilities. As the election draws closer, voters will be evaluating various factors, including the candidates' performances on the debate stage, to make an informed decision regarding the future of the nation's leadership.