In a scathing attack, President Biden compared his predecessor, Donald Trump, to a 6-year-old child during the annual White House Correspondents’ Association party at the Washington Hilton hotel in Washington, DC. The event was attended by hundreds of journalists, politicians, and celebrities.
During the dinner, Biden seized the opportunity to criticize Trump, emphasizing his support from Vice President Kamala Harris in contrast to Mike Pence’s lack of support for Trump in the recent election. Trump responded to Biden’s comments by labeling him a “disaster” on Truth Social.
Protesters gathered outside the hotel to voice their opposition to the Biden administration’s stance on Israel in the Gaza conflict and urged journalists not to attend the event. Despite their protests, Biden managed to enter through the back entrance and avoid the large crowd.
The White House Correspondents’ Association was founded in 1914 with the aim of honoring journalists covering the president and raising funds for scholarships. The night was marked by controversy as protesters and security concerns surrounded the event. President Biden’s comments and reactions from various parties made headlines in media outlets worldwide.