At a Los Angeles fundraiser, President Joe Biden experienced a moment of confusion on stage, prompting former President Barack Obama to guide him off. The event, which raised over $30 million, was the Democratic Party’s largest single-night fundraiser in history. It featured a conversation between Biden, Obama, and Jimmy Kimmel, and was attended by Hollywood celebrities including George Clooney and Julia Roberts as well as other notable figures like Robert De Niro and Barbra Streisand. Biden used the platform to deliver stark warnings about the potential ramifications of a second term for former President Donald Trump, particularly concerning the Supreme Court. Obama echoed these sentiments, criticizing the normalization of behaviors that were previously seen as disqualifying for presidential candidates and mentioning Trump’s lack of accomplishments for black Americans. The event was also marked by protests outside the Peacock Theater, with demonstrators expressing opposition to Biden’s policies on Israel and the Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, Trump campaigned in Michigan, trying to court Black voters and criticizing Biden’s policies. The next presidential debates are scheduled for June 27 without an audience.
Key points
- President Biden had to be assisted off stage by former President Obama during a fundraiser in Los Angeles, raising health concerns.
- The fundraiser, featuring discussions on the 2024 presidential election and potential Supreme Court appointments, raised over $30 million.
- Protests occurred outside the fundraiser, highlighting divisions within the Democratic Party and opposition to Biden’s policies.
Contradictions👾Different sources report varying amounts raised at the event, with some stating $30 million and others $28 million.
👾Articles vary in their description of Biden’s onstage moment, from needing assistance to freezing, suggesting uncertainty about the exact nature of the incident.
