Tag: Joe Biden
Biden seeks removal of special immunity for social media companies
"White supremacists will not have the last word," Biden told the 'United We Stand' summit of bipartisan local leaders, experts…
Breaking: US averts major rail workers strike after Biden intervened
The Association of American Railroads trade group estimated that a strike would cost the economy more than $2 billion a day.
Biden to attend Queen Elizabeth’s funeral
The White House confirmed that the president received invitation to attend the funeral and that he would honour it.
Biden, World leaders mourn demise of Queen Elizabeth II
The British's longest-reigning monarch died on Thursday at the age of 96 at her Balmoral Castle in Scotland.
Biden speaks with new UK’s Prime Minister Liz Truss
Truss' position as Prime Minister was confirmed after the ceremonial meeting with the Queen in Balmoral.
US economy under me created more jobs than others at this point in history -Biden
In series of tweets on Friday, Biden said "Under my Administration, our economy has created more jobs at this point…
Trump, MAGA Republicans threaten America’s democracy – Biden
Biden said too much of what's happening "in our country today is not normal. Donald Trump and the MAGA Republicans…
I am determined to ban assault weapons in US – Biden
In an emotional laden speech, Biden lamented that news of kids being gunned down in schools, in their neigbourhood and…
A joke? Biden tests positive for COVID-19 again
The president, who was brought down by the deadly disease last week tested negative last Tuesday. Four days later, he…
JUST IN: US President Biden tests positive for COVID-19
This is the first time Biden is testing positive for the deadly COVID-19. He has fully been vaccinated and added…
How Biden reacted to resignation of UK PM Boris Johnson
Johnson said on Thursday he was resigning, caving in to calls from ministerial colleagues and lawmakers in his Conservative Party.
Fall of abortion: It’s a sad day for the court and America – Biden
Biden, in a reaction after the Supreme Court's judgement said "It's a sad day for the court and for the…
US President Joe Biden falls off a bicycle
The American president said he was not hurt, as he simply said "I'm good."
Chemical weapons: Biden sends stern warning to Russia
There have been fears that Putin may deploy chemical weapons to prosecute the war in Ukraine.
Biden hits Russia with more sanctions
One of the sanctions is to limit Russia's ability to do business in dollars, euros, pounds and yen to be…
US Forces won’t engage in conflict with Russia in Ukraine – Biden
Biden, in an address said "Our forces are not going to Europe to fight in Ukraine, but to defend our NATO…
Russia set to invade Ukraine in days: Joe Biden
Biden said he's "seen reports of a major uptick in violations of the ceasefire by Russian-backed fighters attempting to provoke…
U.S. administers 70M booster shots, says Biden
About 66 per cent of eligible adult Americans are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and roughly one-third have received booster doses,…
Biden signs 2 executive orders, targets drug traffickers
U.S. President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed two executive orders restructuring how the federal government coordinates transnational criminal investigations and…
What Buhari told Biden, international community about 2023 presidency
President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians and the international community of free and fair elections in 2023 general elections, and…
What Biden’s removal of Nigeria from religious violation watchlist means
The removal of Nigeria from the religious violators watchlist by the Biden-led US administration in the run-up to the visit…
Xi, Biden for virtual talks on Monday
Washington hopes the talks will create some stability amid increased tensions between the world's two largest economies.
Trump loses Arizona again to Biden, scores fewer votes
The audit recorded 99 additional votes for Biden and 261 fewer votes for Trump.
Extreme weather costs America $99bn in damage 2020 – Biden
President Joe Biden says extreme weather condition costs United States of America $99 billion in damage in 2020.
Biden celebrates 10 years of repeal of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
United States President, Joe Biden has celebrated 10 years of repeal of 'Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell' which formally barred gay,…
Biden to deliver first UN General Assembly speech as president Sept. 21
Joe Biden will address the United Nations General Assembly in New York next week for first the time as U.S…
Trump no show as Biden, Obama, Clinton, Bush mark 9/11
But former President Donald Trump did not show up at any of the three sites of terror attacks.
Queen Elizabeth sends message to Joe Biden
Queen Elizabeth II, Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other British leaders have marked the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11…
Xi, Biden in 90 minute phone call to put ties back on track
Both discussed the need to ensure that competition between the world's two largest economies does not veer into conflict.
Buhari sends important message to US President Biden
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday sent message to US president, Joe Biden on the nation's Independence Day celebration.