Protesters gathered outside the Washington Hilton hotel in Washington, DC, to criticize the Biden administration’s support for Israel in the Gaza conflict. They urged journalists to boycott the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner that took place at the hotel. Despite their protests, President Biden was able to enter through the back entrance and attend the event.
During his speech, President Biden took a jab at his predecessor, Donald Trump, comparing him to a 6-year-old child. He emphasized how much he appreciated his Vice President’s support in contrast to Pence’s lack of support for Trump during their recent election. Trump responded with anger on Truth Social platform, calling Biden a “disaster.”
The night was not without controversy as protesters and security concerns surrounded the event. However, the White House Correspondents’ Association continued its tradition of honoring journalists covering the president and raising money for scholarships. The media covered these events extensively and headlines were made around President Biden’s comments and reactions from various parties.