Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) has criticized President Joe Biden for his handling of classified documents found at his Delaware home, and Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed a special counsel to review the materials. Biden's lawyers have argued that the search underscores his cooperation with the investigation, while Manchin has commented on the situation, saying that both the former and current president are in the same situation and should be held accountable. The White House seeks to downplay the situation, but the special counsel's investigation will determine the outcome.
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President Joe Biden has announced Jeff Zients as his next chief of staff, replacing Ron Klain who is expected to leave following the President's State of the Union address. Zients has a long history of public service, including roles in the Obama administration, and is seen as a positive step forward for the Biden administration. He is expected to take on the role of chief of staff shortly after Klain's departure, and it is unclear who will replace Zients in his current role as coordinator of the Covid-19 response.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke out against efforts to restrict abortion access on the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, invoking fundamental American values such as freedom to make the case for protecting abortion access. She argued that without the ability to make intimate decisions, families cannot be truly free and detailed fights throughout history for certain liberties. In response, the White House took executive action to protect medication abortion, and Harris called abortion a "fundamental, constitutional right." She also spoke about the next steps in fighting for reproductive rights, in a time when many states are passing restrictive abortion laws.
President Joe Biden is set to appoint Jeff Zients, his former COVID-19 policy czar, as his next White House chief of staff. Zients brings a wealth of experience to the role, having served in high-ranking roles in the Obama administration. If confirmed, he will become the fourth chief of staff of the Biden administration and is expected to take the job shortly after the president's State of the Union address.
US Hits $34.1 Trillion Debt Ceiling, White House and House Republicans Negotiate Potential Solutions
US Hits $34.1 Trillion Debt Ceiling, White House and House Republicans Negotiate Potential Solutions
The US has officially hit its $34.1 trillion debt ceiling and the government has begun "extraordinary measures" to pay bills. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has accepted an invitation from President Biden to discuss a solution, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has said the US "never has and never will" default on its debt. House Republicans have threatened to hold the Biden administration hostage over the debt limit, and the outcome of negotiations between the White House and House Republicans could have a significant impact on the financial security of American households.
President Joe Biden said Thursday that documents found at his home and former office were filed in the wrong place and that he has "no regrets" on the handling of them. He believes that the investigation will show that "there's no there there" and that he is "fully cooperating" with the resolution of the issue.
President Joe Biden is set to visit California on Thursday to survey areas affected by severe storms and assess the need for additional federal support for recovery efforts. Accompanied by FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, Gov. Gavin Newsom and other state and local officials, Biden will tour the storm-damaged Capitola Pier and meet with first responders and affected residents at Seacliff State Park. Over 500 FEMA and other federal personnel have already been deployed to California to support response and recovery operations.
President Joe Biden Welcomes Golden State Warriors to White House to Celebrate 2022 NBA Championship
President Joe Biden Welcomes Golden State Warriors to White House to Celebrate 2022 NBA Championship
President Joe Biden welcomed the Golden State Warriors to the White House to celebrate their 2022 NBA championship, expressing his concern for the families and communities affected by the recent storms in California. Biden's remarks were met with laughter from the team, a stark contrast to their 2017 visit when former President Donald Trump disinvited them. The Warriors' visit is a sign of their return to championship form and a reminder of the resilience of the team and its fans.