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Biden Confirms Attendance at Trump’s Inauguration, Emphasizes Democratic Values


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President Joe Biden has confirmed he will attend the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump next month, reaffirming his commitment to upholding democratic traditions. Speaking with MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas on Thursday, Biden said, “Of course I am. The only president I avoided the inauguration of is the guy about to be inaugurated.”  

 

The announcement follows a statement from the White House last month that both Biden and First Lady Jill Biden would honor their pledge to attend the inauguration of the election's victor. "The president promised that he would attend the inauguration of whomever won the election. He and the first lady are going to honor that promise and attend the inauguration," White House senior deputy press secretary Andrew Bates reiterated.  

 

This gesture contrasts sharply with the precedent set in 2021 when Trump declined to attend Biden’s inauguration. At the time, Trump faced significant backlash for his role in the events surrounding the January 6 Capitol riot.  

 

Bates emphasized the importance of Biden’s decision to attend, framing it as a commitment to democracy. "Biden views attending the inauguration as an important demonstration of commitment to our democratic values and to honoring the will of the people as we continue to provide an orderly and effective transition," Bates explained.  

 

Biden has frequently highlighted the importance of a peaceful transfer of power as a cornerstone of American democracy. Last month, he met with Trump to discuss the forthcoming transition, with both leaders pledging a smooth and orderly handover.  

 

The upcoming inauguration marks a rare moment in modern American politics where a sitting president attends the inauguration of a former rival returning to office. This act, Biden believes, underscores the resilience of democratic norms despite partisan divides.

 

Based on a report by The Hill 2024-12-23

 

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Joe seems to be on good terms with Trump after the democrats threw him under the bus. The division and chaos within the democrat party is enough to make anyone defect to the other side

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Good for Joe!  He seems to be laughing all the way to his safe place basement in Delaware since the election and his forced removal by Pelosi, Obama and Harris. 

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