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Late Night hosts mocked President Trump’s appearance at the National Prayer Breakfast, arguing the event should be nonpartisan but turned into political theater as comedians teased his rambling remarks, stance on religion, and penchant for grand proclamations.
At the National Prayer Breakfast, 79-year-old Donald Trump complimented a fellow president but briefly failed to say Felix Tshisekedi’s name, calling him simply “the president.” The White House dismissed such reports as a “stupid” story amid broader scrutiny of Trump’s health and memory, as he remains a central figure in U.S. politics and global affairs.
Trump praised Tulsi Gabbard for joining the FBI’s search of Fulton County election offices in Georgia, framing her action as helpful amid broader talk about the 2020 election and Russia’s role. The live blog also notes developments from a Guardian‑reported independent review, measles outbreaks at a Texas immigrant detention center, and other political moves including remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast.
President Joe Biden and Republican Speaker Mike Johnson appeared together at the National Prayer Breakfast, where Biden called for unity and urged lawmakers to see each other as fellow Americans, not enemies. Both men teared up as Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli sang 'Amazing Grace,' and Biden reached out to shake Bocelli's hand at the end of his performance. The event marked their first public appearance together, and their conciliatory words come amid tough differences between Republicans and Democrats on issues such as border security.
President Joe Biden shared a five-word prayer for America during the National Prayer Breakfast, urging unity and calling for Americans to see each other as fellow citizens. He emphasized the importance of believing in the country's potential, addressing political divisions and the rise in antisemitism, and advocating for dignity and respect in political discourse. Biden, a Catholic, has regularly attended Mass and used the event to promote unity, despite occasional disagreements with religious leaders over his support for LGBTQ+ rights and abortion.