"Biden Regrets Labeling Laken Riley Murder Suspect 'Illegal' During State of the Union"

President Biden expressed regret for using the term "illegal" to describe the suspected killer of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley during his State of the Union address, stating that he should have used "undocumented" instead. The use of the term sparked frustration within his party, with Biden seeking to differentiate himself from former President Trump's rhetoric on immigration. The incident occurred during a discussion on border security, with the death of Riley becoming a focal point for Republicans criticizing the Biden administration's handling of immigration. Biden's regret marks a shift from his initial response to the criticism, as he emphasizes his commitment to treating all individuals with respect.