The White House holds a press conference after Biden’s “trash” statement

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre will brief reporters on Wednesday afternoon.

The press conference will take place after President Biden’s speech caused a reaction on Tuesday, when he appeared to compare former President Trump’s supporters to “garbage.” commenting on a racist joke a comedian who had performed at a Trump rally a few days earlier I’m calling Puerto Rico “island of garbage”. Former president yes wanting to take advantage end of gaffe.

Vice President Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate, too responded to the commentstrying to distance themselves from the side effects.

Briefing is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. ET.

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