 The White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, she was also asked whether President Biden has took any cold medicine before the debate, which could have made him drowsy. And she said no. More from the Texas Tribune article. I respect Congressman Doggett's position, but it is one I do not share. Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia, Democrat from Houston, said in a statement, I'm supporting Joe Biden and Kamala Harris and will work hard to get them reelected.