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"Biden's Jokes About Trump and Mental Fitness at Washington Gridiron Dinner"

President Joe Biden jokes about former President Donald Trump's mental fitness during a speech at the Gridiron Club dinner, poking fun at their ages and mental capacities. This marks Biden's first attendance at the traditional dinner during his presidency, emphasizing the importance of the press and addressing the war in Ukraine. The event also featured speeches from Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Utah Governor Spencer Cox, with Cox humorously announcing his candidacy for the presidency in 2052.

via Al Jazeera English|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Biden's Roast: Joking About Trump and Democracy Threat at Washington Dinner"

President Joe Biden took a jab at Donald Trump's age and mental fitness during his first appearance at the Gridiron Club and Foundation Dinner in Washington D.C., joking that one of them was too old and mentally unfit for the White House, and "the other's me." Biden's remarks were the latest in a series of digs at Trump, who is expected to face off against the president in the 2024 presidential election. Biden also reaffirmed his commitment to Ukraine and addressed the ongoing attacks on democracy and freedom, while being joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and other high-profile attendees at the event.

via Newsweek|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Biden's Roast of Trump and DeSantis Highlights Threat to Democracy"

President Biden joked about former President Donald Trump's age and mental fitness during remarks at the Gridiron Club Dinner, while also warning of threats to democracy and freedom in the U.S. and abroad. He highlighted concerns about Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions in Europe and referenced Trump's encouragement of Putin's behavior towards NATO allies. Biden also expressed worries about voting rights and abortion, cautioning that the threat apparent during the effort to overturn the 2020 election remains a "poison" within the "veins of our democracy."

via CBS News|

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politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Biden Roasts Trump and Jokes About His Own Mental Fitness at Washington Media Gala"

President Biden used his appearance at the Gridiron Club Dinner to mock former President Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, joking about age and mental fitness. He also warned about the stakes of the upcoming presidential election, emphasizing the importance of the free press and addressing concerns about democracy under attack. The dinner, attended by notable politicians and business figures, featured both lighthearted jabs and serious remarks from the 81-year-old president.

via New York Post |

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politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Biden's Trump Jabs and Serious Note at Gridiron Dinner"

President Joe Biden took jabs at former President Donald Trump during the Gridiron Club Dinner, teasing Republicans and highlighting the challenges faced by democracy and freedom. He also emphasized the importance of journalism and the need to bring imprisoned and missing journalists home. Biden's remarks ranged from lighthearted jabs to serious reflections on the state of democracy, with a focus on the threats both at home and abroad.

via ABC News|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Biden Roasts Trump and Himself at Washington's Gridiron Dinner"

President Joe Biden made jokes about former President Donald Trump's mental fitness at the Gridiron Club dinner, the first time a president has attended in person since Trump in 2018. Biden, who recently clinched the Democratic Party's nomination for the upcoming presidential election, aimed to court voters and boost his approval ratings. He also emphasized the importance of the press and spoke about the war in Ukraine. The event featured humorous barbs from politicians and journalists, with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Utah Governor Spencer Cox also speaking.

via Reuters|

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