Biden's 'Doing 9/11' Comment Ignites Controversy After Schedule Discussion
US President Joe Biden reacts next to his daughter Ashley Biden as he attends the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Photo: REUTERS
President Joe Biden made headlines again after an awkward remark during a conversation with reporters. While outlining his schedule, Biden stated, "I'm going up to my granddaughter's birthday in New York, then we're going to watch the debate, and tomorrow I'm doing 9/11." The phrasing of his comment, which was meant to refer to his participation in 9/11 memorial services, quickly went viral, with many criticizing the president for yet another verbal blunder.
YIKES: Crooked Joe Biden says he's "doing 9/11" tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/5sYdNbIQxI
This misstep follows previous instances where Biden’s offhand comments have caused confusion. While some fans have come to his defense, claiming the comment was taken out of context, The comment led to a wave of reactions on Twitter. User posted, "Hey Biden, do what you do best and stay away!" reflecting a critical tone.
Hey Biden, do what you do best and stay away!
— Mary Rogan (NO relation to Joe)🇺🇸🩺🚓💙 (@Rog70871729Mary) September 10, 2024
The president's comment comes ahead of the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, during which he is expected to attend various memorial events. Despite the backlash, Biden's team has not issued a clarification, leaving social media to speculate on the slip-up.. The comment has sparked a mix of criticism, humor, and concern about Biden’s communication skills, with many online users continuing to debate and meme the gaffe.
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