• Biden will meet with his family at Camp David to discuss the future of his campaign, reports say.
• The trip was planned long in advance but the purpose has shifted after Biden's rough debate.
• A chorus of influential supporters have called on Biden to step aside in the last 48 hours.

Today, President Joe Biden will meet his family at Camp David to discuss the future of his election campaign, according to multiple reports.

It will likely be one of the most agonizing decisions of his long political life.

The pre-planned trip — a chance for the entire family, children and grandchildren included, to take a family photo — is a timely opportunity for a private meeting among the people who are perhaps most influential in Biden's life. His family played a key role in his decision to run in 2020.

The discussion follows Biden's disastrous debate performance against former president Donald Trump on Thursday night. During the debate, Biden struggled with a raspy voice and rambling answers that renewed concerns about his age.

In the 48 hours since the debate, a chorus of donors and other supporters have called on Biden to step aside. The New York Times editorial board did the same. Outside a fundraising event on Saturday, voters who support Biden held signs asking him to exit the race. The weekend was dominated by debates about who could take Biden's place.

In just 90 minutes, Biden's debate performance seems to have sparked the most serious challenge to his presidency yet. Biden's campaign, however, has largely pushed back. And Biden himself has made no indication that he would step down.

The president publicly responded to his debate struggles on Friday.

"Folks, I might not walk as easily or talk as smoothly as I used to. I might not debate as well as I used to. But what I do know is how to tell the truth," he said at a rally in North Carolina.

In response to the reports that Biden would discuss his campaign with his family, Andrew Bates, the White House senior deputy press secretary, said on X that the Camp David trip was pre-planned and dismissed the reports.

• Technomic data analyzed by Nation's Restaurant News ranks the top 15 US chain restaurants.
• Olive Garden, Texas Roadhouse, and Applebee's lead in casual-dining chain restaurants.
• Waffle House has the most restaurants on this ranking with 1,985 locations.

While fast-food and fast-casual chains dominate the industry, many casual-dining and family-style chain restaurants are also thriving.

This year, there have been challenges — Red Lobster's recent bankruptcy filing sent shockwaves through the industry — and opportunities for chain restaurants, which are now competing with fast-food chains for value-driven customers.

From Olive Garden to Denny's, you've likely visited at least one of these chains in the past year. But which chains are faring better than others?

The research firm Technomic recently identified the top 500 biggest chain restaurants in the US. The report, which Technomic said is based on "decades of historical data," analyzes trends in the food service industry and includes each chain's annual sales and unit counts for 2023, which were also reported by Nation's Restaurant News.

We looked at the top 15 chains listed as casual dining, midscale, or family-style for this list. Fast-casual or quick-service restaurants like Chipotle and McDonald's are not included. We also listed the year the company was founded, its 2023 sales, and restaurant count, per Technomic's report.

Here are the biggest chain restaurants in the US.

15. Waffle House

Year founded: 1955

Sales (2023): $1.4 billion

Restaurant count (2023): 1,985

14. Red Robin

Year founded: 1969

Sales: $1.6 billion

Restaurant count: 506

13. Golden Corral

Year founded: 1973

Sales: $1.6 billion

Restaurant count: 357

12. Red Lobster

Year founded: 1968

Sales: $2.2 billion

Restaurant count: 649

11. The Cheesecake Factory

Year founded: 1978

Sales: $2.6 billion

Restaurant count: 216

10. Cracker Barrel

Year founded: 1969

Sales: $2.7 billion

Restaurant count: 662

9. Denny's

Year founded: 1953

Sales: $2.7 billion

Restaurant count: 1,407

8. Longhorn Steakhouse

Year founded: 1981

Sales: $2.8 billion

Restaurant count: 580

7. Outback Steakhouse

Year founded: 1988

Sales: $2.8 billion

Restaurant count: 688

6. IHOP

Year founded: 1958

Sales: $3.4 billion

Restaurant count: 1,696

5. Buffalo Wild Wings

Year founded: 1982

Sales: $4 billion

Restaurant count: 1,264

4. Chili's Grill & Bar

Year founded: 1975

Sales: $4 billion

Restaurant count: 1,230

3. Applebee's

Year founded: 1980

Sales: $4.4 billion

Restaurant count: 1,536

2. Texas Roadhouse

Year founded: 1993

Sales: $4.8 billion

Restaurant count: 638

1. Olive Garden

Year founded: 1982

Sales: $5.1 billion

Restaurant count: 908

• Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has been selected as NATO's next Secretary-General.
• Rutte will replace Jens Stoltenberg, who has led NATO since 2014.
• Nicknamed the "Trump whisperer," Rutte could have an important role should Trump return to the White House.

NATO has selected outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as its next Secretary-General.

Rutte, a fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, will take over from Jens Stoltenberg on October 1, ending the latter's decadelong run at the helm of the alliance.

The 57-year-old, who is the Netherlands' longest-serving prime minister, will take over the reins at a crucial and turbulent time for the alliance, with the US election looming in November and the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza still raging on.

The intray for Rutte is "daunting," Philippe Dickinson, the deputy director of the Transatlantic Security Initiative at the Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, said.

He will have to contend with "reinforcing defense and deterrence across the Alliance in the face of a hostile and bellicose Russia, helping Ukraine to defeat Russia and welcoming Kyiv into the Alliance, and establishing NATO's role in dealing with the rising challenge posed by China," Dickinson continued, "all while evolving the Alliance to keep up with fast-paced technological change and without neglecting NATO's counterterrorism and crisis management responsibilities."

And that's not to mention the upcoming US election, which comes just a month after Rutte will take office.

However, the Dutch politician is familiar with Trump, and he has even garnered the nickname the "Trump whisperer" after successfully placating the former president after he had warned during a NATO meeting in 2018 that the US would go its "own way" if other countries did not start spending more on their militaries, per Politico.

After a fractious few moments, Rutte reportedly "rescued" the situation by telling Trump that other countries' spending had gone up and that Trump was, in fact, to thank.

Rutte's experience and personality could now be key to "Trump-proofing" NATO, Rachel Rizzo, a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council's Europe Center, added.

"He's seen as cool, calm, and collected. He knows how to handle big egos, he's worked with Trump before (even praising him at times), and he understands the need for European allies to increase their share of the burden of European security," she said.

Michael O'Hanlon, a senior fellow and director of research in Foreign Policy at the Brookings Institution, told Business Insider that Rutte is "a consensus builder" and "a person with a track record of improving his country's defense burdensharing efforts."

Rutte is also a major supporter of Ukraine, and he has been a key driver of European military support for the country since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022.

Rutte was influenced by the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 in 2014, which killed 196 Dutch nationals. The Netherlands says Russia played a key role in the incident.

"He won't stop at Ukraine if we don't stop him now. This war is bigger than Ukraine itself. It's about upholding the international rule of law," Rutte said of Putin in 2022.

• Business Insider asked stylists and designers which sandal trends are in and out this summer. 
• The experts said fisherman sandals are one of the biggest styles of the season.  
• On the other hand, flip-flops and water sandals aren't doing anything for your look. 

Sandals aren't just what you toss on to take out the trash anymore. Popular brand Birkenstock alone reported an annual revenue of $1.5 billion in 2023.

But before you run out to find this season's latest trends, Business Insider asked stylists and designers to share which sandals are in and out this summer.

Here's what the experts said.

Neutral earth tones pair well with a range of outfits.

Neutrals and nudes will always be in style, according to Melony Huber, designer, founder, and design director of the ethical lifestyle collection La Peony.

"You can wear them over and over again with a variety of looks, so you will get your use out of these shoes," she told BI.

According to Abby Young, lead stylist and CEO of Abby Young Styling, brown leather, tan suede, and beige raffia are all acceptable options.

Asymmetrical sandals are making their way onto the scene.

Asymmetric sandals often have straps or embellishments that wrap around the foot unevenly, creating an eye-catching look.

"These sandals are fun, unique, and something everyone must try," Huber told BI. "They are a great addition to everyone's summer closet."

The asymmetric lines also add visual interest, which can be very flattering.

Fisherman sandals are trending.

According to Michelle Barrett, stylist and founder of Capsule Closet Stylist, fisherman sandals are one of the season's biggest trends.

Think flat and chunky leather styles in black, brown, and off-white.

Fisherman sandals are easy to pair with shorts, dresses, and other everyday looks, Young said.

Metal accents are going to be everywhere.

According to Barrett and Huber, we'll see metal embellishments everywhere this summer.

"It upgrades the overall look of your sandals and is an eye-catching fashion choice, perfect for elevating your outfit instantly," Huber told BI.

Barrett recommended opting for simple touches of gold or silver rather than stone and sequin embellishments from years past.

Strappy sandals are making a comeback.

With the recent resurgence of '90s fashion, thin straps are making a comeback.

According to Huber, lightweight, strappy sandals are great for hot summer days.

"Perfect for a range of outfits, these go great with everything from summer dresses to flowy pants," she told BI.

On the other hand, flip-flops are dead.

According to Alina Lundin, CEO, founder, and designer of Miharo, flip-flops are often seen as too casual and lack the support needed for extended wear.

As a replacement style, consider slides or stylish mules.

"These offer more support and a chic, polished look," the designer told BI.

Styles from the 2010 era should stay there.

From cork wedges and espadrilles to gladiator sandals, Young said it's too soon to bring back any 2010s trends.

The stylist recommended more interesting styles this season, such as toe-ring, fisherman, or cross-strap sandals.

Water sandals aren’t doing anything for your look.

Water or sports sandals may be functional, but they won't do anything for your look, according to Young.

"If your vacation plans involve both outdoor and indoor activities, such as going out to dinner, consider keeping an extra pair of leather sandals to change into later," the stylist told BI.

Swap any thin heels for platforms.

Although stylish, high-heeled sandals can be impractical and uncomfortable for summer activities, according to Lundin.

The designer recommended swapping these out for platform sandals, which provide comfort and support while still being fashionable.