President Biden Jokes About Trump and Serious Criticisms at Gridiron Club Dinner

Published: 17 March 2024 at 06:09

President Joe Biden made jokes about his age and Donald Trump at the annual Gridiron Club and Foundation Dinner, while also criticizing Trump\'s false claims about the 2020 election and his soft stance on Putin. Biden highlighted the threat to democracy, praised journalists, and emphasized the importance of a free press. Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar and Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas were in attendance. The event, known for bipartisan humor, had political elites including Vice President Kamala Harris. Biden addressed concerns about his age and Trump\'s slip-ups in a speech aimed at both humor and serious critique.

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