Joe Biden took another vacation at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware over the long weekend, following a brief visit to East Palestine, Ohio, where he addressed environmental concerns stemming from a train derailment, a promise he made over a year ago.
While in Rehoboth Beach on Saturday, reporters caught up with Biden outside St. Edmond’s Church, where he faced inquiries regarding recent events involving Russian leader Vladimir Putin and the situation surrounding Alexei Navalny’s death in custody. Biden reiterated his stance, placing blame on Putin and stressing that such actions cannot be tolerated.
BIDEN: "[Putin] is paying the price already. Since 2000 when I made that statement, Russians have had sanctions imposed on them" pic.twitter.com/cYtuqRtQX0
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Regarding potential actions against Russia, Biden stated that sanctions have been imposed since 2000, alluding to consequences for Putin. However, critics question whether these measures suffice in light of recent events, drawing parallels to Biden’s response to other international incidents.
Questions also arose regarding Biden’s coherence and awareness, particularly concerning timelines and statements. Despite emphasizing the importance of aiding Ukraine, Biden’s rhetoric occasionally blurs lines, as seen in his references to NATO funding and Ukraine’s status within the alliance.
BIDEN (in Delaware): "It's about time we make sure that Congress come home and pass the legislation funding NATO" pic.twitter.com/VAdPBt7ZSS
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Critics point out Biden’s inconsistency, noting his calls for legislative action while on vacation and his perceived prioritization of foreign affairs over domestic issues such as border security.
