During a visit to his hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania, Joe Biden paid tribute to his uncle at a war memorial. The president claimed that his uncle’s plane was shot down near cannibals in New Guinea during World War II. However, official documents show that the plane actually crashed at sea. Despite this discrepancy, the White House defended the president’s cognitive abilities and emphasized that honoring his uncle’s memory was a meaningful gesture for him.
While facing criticism from some who questioned his cognitive abilities, the Republican opposition poked fun at his latest tale. Despite the confusion surrounding the family story, Joe Biden aimed to show his support for veterans and contrast himself with his predecessor, Donald Trump, who allegedly disrespected fallen soldiers. By highlighting this story, he hoped to honor the memory of his uncle and pay tribute to those who served their country.