In the federal gun trial of Hunter Biden, prosecutors emphasized that "no one is above the law," highlighting his alleged false statements on a gun purchase form about his drug use. Defense argued that addicts often deny their addiction. The trial includes emotional testimonies and evidence from Hunter Biden's memoir. Hunter Biden faces three felony charges and up to 25 years in prison if convicted.
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker is expected to join his team for their White House visit despite his recent controversial comments criticizing President Joe Biden's stance on abortion and other issues during a commencement speech. Butker's remarks have sparked significant backlash, but his teammates, including Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, have defended him personally while distancing themselves from his views. The Chiefs' visit to the White House follows their Super Bowl victory.
Despite disappointing inflation reports, Americans' attitudes toward the economy have held steady, with sentiment largely unchanged in April according to the University of Michigan's consumer survey. Expectations of inflation rates remain mostly in check, although firmer-than-expected inflation readings have had some impact on perceptions. Wall Street's expectations for rate cuts have been pushed back, and President Joe Biden is addressing economic issues as he campaigns for reelection.
President Joe Biden and Vice President Harris condemn the Arizona Supreme Court's decision to uphold an 1864 abortion ban, criticizing it as extreme and dangerous. They pledge to continue fighting for reproductive rights and call on Congress to pass a law restoring the protections of Roe v. Wade for women in every state.
The body of Maynor Yasir Suazo-Sandoval, one of the construction workers missing after the Key Bridge collapse, was recovered, bringing the total number of recovered victims to three. Suazo-Sandoval, a 38-year-old father of two from Honduras, was one of six workers killed when a cargo ship crashed into the bridge on March 26. Three workers remain missing and are presumed dead. President Joe Biden visited the site of the collapse and met with the families of the victims, expressing gratitude to the first responders and acknowledging the tragedy.
President Joe Biden visited the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, pledging federal support for the entire cost of rebuilding the bridge and urging Congress to authorize the effort. The White House has approved $60 million in emergency funding, and efforts are underway to assist impacted businesses and workers. The container ship Dali struck the bridge, causing a partial collapse and resulting in the deaths of six construction workers. The administration is emphasizing a unified approach to recovery efforts, with a focus on aiding Baltimore's reconstruction and supporting the local economy.
President Biden is set to visit the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, where recovery efforts are underway following a cargo ship collision. The cleanup and reconstruction costs are estimated to be at least $400 million, with the federal government expected to cover the expenses. The political implications of funding the recovery have sparked debate in Congress, with the Biden administration seeking bipartisan support for federal funding. The incident has also brought attention to infrastructure issues and the administration's push for a $1 trillion-plus public works package.
President Joe Biden expressed outrage and heartbreak over the deaths of seven World Central Kitchen humanitarian workers, including one American, in Gaza, and called for a swift and thorough investigation into the airstrikes that hit their vehicles. He urged Israel to do more to protect aid workers and civilians, and reiterated the United States' commitment to delivering humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians in Gaza. Biden also spoke with Chef José Andrés to convey his condolences and support for World Central Kitchen's efforts.
President Joe Biden is set to visit Baltimore following the Key Bridge collapse, with plans to meet state and local officials and assess federal response efforts. The Biden administration has approved $60 million in immediate aid and pledged to cover the full cost of rebuilding. The U.S. Coast Guard has opened a temporary channel for essential vessels, while the Small Business Administration has established centers to assist businesses affected by the bridge collapse. Engineers are working to remove debris, and efforts are underway to reopen the Port of Baltimore.
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden extend warm wishes to Christians celebrating Easter, emphasizing the message of hope and the promise of Christ’s Resurrection. They reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice, pray for one another, and renew their commitment to work for peace, security, and dignity for all people amidst global conflicts.
President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan government funding bill that keeps the government open, invests in the American people, and strengthens the economy and national security. The agreement represents a compromise, rejecting extreme cuts from House Republicans and including provisions for child care, cancer research, mental health and substance use care, American leadership abroad, and border security. However, Biden emphasized that Congress's work is not finished, urging the passage of a bipartisan national security supplemental and border security agreement to advance national security interests and ensure border policies and funding.
The Senate began late-night voting on a $1.2 trillion government funding bill to avert a partial shutdown, with a deal in place to vote on amendments and final passage. President Joe Biden is expected to sign the bill into law, funding the government through September. The House has already passed the spending bill, and the Senate indicated sufficient support for its passage. The divided Congress narrowly averted multiple shutdowns this session, with the latest bill released Thursday and passed by the House on Friday morning, leaving little time for the Senate to act.
The House Oversight Committee plans to invite President Joe Biden to testify in the Republicans' impeachment probe, focusing on the Biden family's business dealings. The White House has dismissed the investigation as politically motivated, and it is unlikely that the president will accept the invitation. The hearing included testimonies from former business associates of Hunter Biden, with Republicans seeking to advance their probe while Democrats dismissed it as baseless. The committee also set up an empty chair for Hunter Biden, who declined the invitation. The probe's next steps, including potential criminal referrals, remain uncertain.
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden extend their best wishes to those celebrating Nowruz, emphasizing the holiday's reflection, renewal, and hope. They express solidarity with Iranian women fighting for their freedoms and pledge to hold Iranian officials accountable for human rights violations. Additionally, they highlight efforts to provide humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian people affected by the war in Gaza. The Bidens also recognize the diverse diaspora communities in the U.S. and decorate the White House Haft-Sin table to reflect hope for the new year, concluding with a message of peace and joy to all celebrating Nowruz.
A Saginaw couple, Bill Ostash and Kevin M. Rooker, welcomed President Joe Biden to their historic home, where they were surprised by his height and greeted him with smiles as he visited accompanied by White House staffers and Secret Service agents.
