Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden speak during the first presidential debate in Cleveland in 2020. A rematch between the two in 2024 sets the stage for the oldest man ever to be sworn in as president. A fact that seems to hinder Biden more than Trump.

Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden speak during the first presidential debate in Cleveland in 2020. A rematch between the two in 2024 sets the stage for the oldest man ever to be sworn in as president. A fact that seems to hinder Biden more than Trump. / Getty Images

On June 14th Donald Trump will turn 78 years old.

Joe Biden turned 81 in November.

Whether the candidates like it or not, age, mental acuity and physical fitness are issues dominating the 2024 election cycle.

Though the two men were born fewer than four years apart, voters have consistently expressed more concern about Biden's age than Trump's.

Is a double standard being applied when it comes to the presidential candidates and age?

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