Biden Delivers Feisty State of the Union Address, Pledges Aid to Gaza

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:56pm on 08 Mar 2024,Friday International

President Biden delivered a combative State of the Union address, confirming plans for US aid to Gaza while taking aim at Donald Trump. Biden pledged humanitarian support for Gaza, condemning Israeli airstrikes and advocating for a two-state solution. He also criticized Trump's foreign policy, vowing not to bow down to Putin. Republican backlash punctuated the speech, with tense exchanges over immigration and healthcare. Biden outlined his vision for a potential second term, including promises to protect social security, ban assault weapons, and cap prescription drug costs. As the election looms, Biden has eight months to rally support for his agenda.        

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