Biden Mistakenly Welcomes World Leaders to Washington During NYC Speech
The President made the gaffe while addressing support for Ukraine's recovery and reconstruction at an event in Manhattan.
- President Joe Biden mistakenly said 'Welcome to Washington' during a speech in New York City at the InterContinental New York Barclay hotel.
- The event was part of the 79th United Nations General Assembly, focusing on a Joint Declaration of Support for Ukrainian Recovery and Reconstruction.
- Biden's error quickly went viral on social media, drawing both criticism and mockery.
- The President's speech reaffirmed Western support for Ukraine, with the U.S. announcing a new $375 million weapons package for the country.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also spoke at the event, warning about potential Russian attacks on nuclear power plants.