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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.
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