White House Clarifies Biden's Remarks on Uncle's WWII Fate

President Biden's anecdote about his uncle being eaten by cannibals after a WWII plane crash corrected by the White House, emphasizing it as a misstatement during an emotional moment.

During a Pennsylvania campaign, President Biden suggested his uncle was eaten by cannibals in WWII, a claim corrected by the White House.
The Defense Department's records indicate the plane crashed due to engine failure, not enemy action, and there was no evidence of cannibalism.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre described the comment as a symbolic gesture to honor veterans, not a factual recount.
Biden faced criticism for multiple inaccuracies in his speeches, including false claims about tax policies and prescription drug costs.
The White House stressed the importance of honoring veterans and correcting misinformation, amidst ongoing scrutiny of Biden's public statements.