Biden Stands by 'Illegal' Remark, Regrets It in State of the Union

The White House refuted claims that President Biden apologized for using the term "illegal" to describe the alleged migrant killer of Laken Riley, stating that he did not apologize but expressed regret for using the loaded term. Biden faced backlash from Democrats for using "illegal" and later appeared to backtrack, saying he regretted using the term. The White House deputy spokesperson clarified that there was no apology and criticized those playing politics with Riley's tragic murder. Biden has called on House Republicans to pass a bipartisan bill for border security, while facing criticism from Republicans, including Donald Trump, for mispronouncing Riley's name and using the term "illegal."