NEW DELHI: Taking a dig at Donald Trump, US President Joe Biden remarked that out of the 2 candidates who secured their occasion’s nomination for presidential elections, one was deemed mentally unfit for the presidency.
“One candidate is just too outdated and mentally unfit to be president. The opposite man’s me”, Biden mentioned, aiming at Trump.
Throughout his speech, Biden continued to poke enjoyable at Trump, highlighting situations the place the previous president gave the impression to be confused or made inaccurate statements. “Do not inform him, he thinks he is operating in opposition to Barack Obama, that is what he mentioned,” Biden mentioned deflecting ongoing criticism that his reminiscence is hazy.
Biden additionally underscored the importance of a free press in society and expressed his ongoing efforts to help journalists, together with these held captive overseas.
This marked Biden’s first attendance on the Gridiron dinner since assuming the presidency, coinciding with the buildup to the 2024 election and the anticipated rematch between Biden and Trump. The Gridiron Membership and Basis Dinner, established in 1885, has been attended by each US president since Grover Cleveland, symbolizing a longstanding custom in American politics.
Regardless of the lighthearted environment of the occasion, Biden shifted the tone by addressing critical points such because the perceived risk to democracy, notably if Trump had been to return to the White Home. He criticized Trump’s dealing with of worldwide relations, particularly citing softness in the direction of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Emphasizing the significance of democracy and freedom, Biden launched Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova and Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, affirming his dedication to standing in opposition to authoritarianism. Biden’s daughter, Ashley, accompanied him on the occasion, which boasted a notable visitor checklist together with Vice President Kamala Harris, members of the Cupboard, governors, ambassadors and different dignitaries.
Different audio system on the dinner included Vice President Harris, Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Utah Governor Spencer Cox.
“One candidate is just too outdated and mentally unfit to be president. The opposite man’s me”, Biden mentioned, aiming at Trump.
Throughout his speech, Biden continued to poke enjoyable at Trump, highlighting situations the place the previous president gave the impression to be confused or made inaccurate statements. “Do not inform him, he thinks he is operating in opposition to Barack Obama, that is what he mentioned,” Biden mentioned deflecting ongoing criticism that his reminiscence is hazy.
Biden additionally underscored the importance of a free press in society and expressed his ongoing efforts to help journalists, together with these held captive overseas.
This marked Biden’s first attendance on the Gridiron dinner since assuming the presidency, coinciding with the buildup to the 2024 election and the anticipated rematch between Biden and Trump. The Gridiron Membership and Basis Dinner, established in 1885, has been attended by each US president since Grover Cleveland, symbolizing a longstanding custom in American politics.
Regardless of the lighthearted environment of the occasion, Biden shifted the tone by addressing critical points such because the perceived risk to democracy, notably if Trump had been to return to the White Home. He criticized Trump’s dealing with of worldwide relations, particularly citing softness in the direction of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Emphasizing the significance of democracy and freedom, Biden launched Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova and Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, affirming his dedication to standing in opposition to authoritarianism. Biden’s daughter, Ashley, accompanied him on the occasion, which boasted a notable visitor checklist together with Vice President Kamala Harris, members of the Cupboard, governors, ambassadors and different dignitaries.
Different audio system on the dinner included Vice President Harris, Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Utah Governor Spencer Cox.
