Biden and the first lady bring holiday cheer to patients and families at a children's hospital
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Biden and the first lady bring holiday cheer to patients and families at a children's hospital

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, brought some Christmastime cheer to patients and their families at a children's hospital on Friday but a toddler in a light blue jumper entertained, too. The president and first lady visited privately with patients and their families for photos at Children's National hospital before Jill Biden read "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" to a group of patients in the atrium. "You're in our prayers, you're in our thoughts, and thank you for letting us join you.” The visit continued a tradition, dating back to first lady Bess Truman, of presidents’ wives bringing holiday cheer to children who are too ill to be at home for Christmas.

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Biden and the first lady bring holiday cheer to patients and families at a children’s hospital
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Biden and the first lady bring holiday cheer to patients and families at a children’s hospital

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, brought some Christmastime cheer to patients and their families at a children’s hospital on Friday but a toddler in a light blue jumper entertained, too. The president and first lady visited privately with patients and their families for photos at Children’s National Hospital before Jill Biden read “‘Twas the Night Before …

Children Correct Jill Biden at White House Christmas Event
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Children Correct Jill Biden at White House Christmas Event

Deccan Chronicle  

The event, which hosted children of military service members, featured Jill Biden welcoming the audience with warm remarks. Happy Holidays,” she said, only for the children to shout back with emphasis, “Happy Christmas!” Amused, the First Lady laughed and replied, “Happy Christmas, yes.” The lighthearted moment was captured on video and shared widely on social media, drawing a mix of …

Jill Biden corrected by kids at White House Toys for Tots event, netizens call hilarious moment ‘epic’
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Jill Biden corrected by kids at White House Toys for Tots event, netizens call hilarious moment ‘epic’

Hindustan Times  

Jill Biden found herself being corrected by kids during a Christmas event on Friday. The First Lady wished children attending the annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign at the White House “Happy Holidays.” However, the youngsters quickly corrected her, saying, “Happy Christmas.” The hilarious exchange was caught on camera, with the clip making rounds on the internet. Jill …

Amid political challenges, joy: Jill and Joe Biden to become great-grandparents
4 weeks ago

Amid political challenges, joy: Jill and Joe Biden to become great-grandparents

Firstpost  

Naomi Biden, the daughter of Joe Biden’s troubled son Hunter, is expecting her first child. First Lady Jill Biden announced the news at an event on women’s health at the White House President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden pose for a photo with their granddaughter, Naomi, and her husband Neal. Image courtesy: White House It’s been a rough …

Biden's ‘last hurrah’ White House soiree: A ‘real love fest' or 'the losers party’?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Biden's ‘last hurrah’ White House soiree: A ‘real love fest' or 'the losers party’?

Hindustan Times  

Outgoing US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden hosted a thank-you dinner over the weekend for longtime supporters, donors, and other political insiders. US President Joe Biden gets emotional as he speaks, alongside US First Lady Jill Biden, during a dinner to thank longtime supporters on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, on November …

Jill Biden reacts after Melania Trump snubs customary White House meeting, gives handwritten letter to…
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jill Biden reacts after Melania Trump snubs customary White House meeting, gives handwritten letter to…

Hindustan Times  

Future First Lady Melania Trump's team confirmed that she will not be joining Donald Trump for the meet with Bidens at the White House on Wednesday. Following this, Jill Biden's spokesperson stated that the First Lady greeted Trump at the White House alongside outgoing President Joe Biden. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden arrive for the Classroom to …

‘When first lady treats White House like Airbnb’: Jimmy Kimmel mocks Melania Trump for ditching meet with Jill Biden
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘When first lady treats White House like Airbnb’: Jimmy Kimmel mocks Melania Trump for ditching meet with Jill Biden

Live Mint  

Popular TV show host Jimmy Kimmel mocked Melania Trump for reportedly deciding to skip the traditional tea meeting between the outgoing and incoming first ladies, which is typically hosted by the outgoing first lady. In his Tuesday night monologue, Jimmy Kimmel took a swipe at Melania Trump for skipping traditional tea with Biden, despite her husband, President-elect Donald Trump, accepting …

Emboldened Trump returns to Washington to meet with Biden, announce controversial Cabinet picks
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Emboldened Trump returns to Washington to meet with Biden, announce controversial Cabinet picks

LA Times  

President-elect Donald Trump returned to the nation’s capital Wednesday for the first time since winning election, meeting with congressional leaders, sitting in the Oval Office with President Biden and announcing a flurry of high-profile nominations for his Cabinet. Trump replied that “politics is tough and in many cases it’s not a nice world, but it is a nice world today,” …

The truth behind Melania's decision to 'snub' Jill Biden for the White House visit after years of First Lady rivalry
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

The truth behind Melania's decision to 'snub' Jill Biden for the White House visit after years of First Lady rivalry

Daily Mail  

Melania Trump has sensationally chosen to skip meeting with Dr Jill Biden for tea at the White House tomorrow in what will be seen by many as a snub to the incumbent First Lady. Melania Trump has sensationally chosen to skip meeting with Dr Jill Biden for tea at the White House tomorrow Jill Biden and Melania Trump pictured together …

Melania Trump To Reject Jill Biden White House Invite For Eyebrow-Raising Reason: Report
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Melania Trump To Reject Jill Biden White House Invite For Eyebrow-Raising Reason: Report

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Melania Trump is expected to decline an invitation to meet with Jill Biden at the White House, but reports differ on the reason. The first lady and her successor traditionally meet to help reflect a peaceful transition, but that did not happen in 2020, when then-President Donald Trump contested Joe Biden’s victory under false pretenses. CNN reported …

Melania Trump expected to skip Wednesday White House meeting with Jill Biden
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Melania Trump expected to skip Wednesday White House meeting with Jill Biden

CNN  

Washington CNN — Melania Trump is not expected to attend the traditional White House meeting with first lady Jill Biden, sources familiar with her plans said. It’s a decision that underscores Melania Trump’s long-held willingness to buck tradition as she prepares to retake the high-profile – but unelected – role of first lady, one with no manual and an automatic …

Melania Trump expected to skip Wednesday White House meeting with Jill Biden
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Melania Trump expected to skip Wednesday White House meeting with Jill Biden

CNN  

Washington CNN — Melania Trump is not expected to attend the traditional White House meeting with first lady Jill Biden, sources familiar with her plans said. It’s a decision that underscores Melania Trump’s long-held willingness to buck tradition as she prepares to retake the high-profile – but unelected – role of first lady, one with no manual and an automatic …

Jill Biden stumbles when asked if Joe is ready to 'move on' - but insists it was the 'right call' to drop out
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Jill Biden stumbles when asked if Joe is ready to 'move on' - but insists it was the 'right call' to drop out

Daily Mail  

Jill Biden stumbled a bit when asked if she and President Joe Biden were ready to move on from the White House, conceding it will be 'tough.' The first lady was giving ABC a preview of the new public tour at the White House that includes new, detailed exhibits about the presidential mansion and a new room added to the …

Biden and First Lady Unveiling Reimagined White House Tour
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden and First Lady Unveiling Reimagined White House Tour

Associated Press  

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden unveil a reimagined White House tour on Monday. The couple held a dinner in celebration of the first lady's update of the White House public tour, which will be unveiled on Monday. The updates come amid Washington, D.C.'s shoulder season and an upcoming presidential election where the White House prepares for a …

Jill Biden to honor Joe at DNC amid dismay at those who pushed him aside
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Jill Biden to honor Joe at DNC amid dismay at those who pushed him aside

The Independent  

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After President's Debate Debacle, Jill Biden Delivering The Message That They're Still All In
6 months, 1 week ago

After President's Debate Debacle, Jill Biden Delivering The Message That They're Still All In

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING EAST HAMPTON, N.Y. — Jill Biden was right at her husband’s side Saturday as they exited Air Force One to head for a pair of campaign stops at luxurious vacation homes on Long Island. The first lady also told donors, “Anyone can tell you what they want to do, but Joe Biden can tell you what he’s …

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, but President Biden's results negative
1 year, 4 months ago

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, but President Biden's results negative

The Hindu  

First lady Jill Biden tested positive for COVID-19 on September 4 but is experiencing only mild symptoms, her spokeswoman said. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the president would continue testing regularly and would be monitored for symptoms. Jill Biden will remain at the couple's home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the time being, communications director Elizabeth Alexander said. …

The AP Interview: Biden ready to run, US first lady says
1 year, 10 months ago

The AP Interview: Biden ready to run, US first lady says

Associated Press  

NAIROBI, Kenya — U.S. first lady Jill Biden gave one of the clearest indications yet that President Joe Biden will run for a second term, telling The Associated Press in an exclusive interview on Friday that there’s “pretty much” nothing left to do but figure out the time and place for the announcement. But, she added later, “he makes up …

Biden, first lady thank service members in Christmas calls
2 years ago

Biden, first lady thank service members in Christmas calls

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy President Joe Biden celebrated …

Biden to continue family tradition of Nantucket Thanksgiving
2 years, 1 month ago

Biden to continue family tradition of Nantucket Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden ‘s family tradition of spending the Thanksgiving holiday on Nantucket may take on a more serious tone this year. The holiday break follows a hectic few weeks for Biden and his family, including midterm elections that saw his Democratic Party defy historical trends and perform better than expected, and an around-the-world trip to Egypt, Cambodia …

Biden will have family brunch on his 80th birthday
2 years, 1 month ago

Biden will have family brunch on his 80th birthday

Daily Mail  

First Lady Jill Biden will be hosting a brunch at the White House to mark President Joe Biden's 80th birthday on Sunday, press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Friday. President Joe Biden will mark his 80th birthday on Sunday with a brunch put on by First Lady Jill Biden, press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Friday The Bidens are gathered in Washington …

First lady Jill Biden talks cancer prevention on Newsmax
2 years, 2 months ago

First lady Jill Biden talks cancer prevention on Newsmax

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — First lady Jill Biden took her husband’s unity agenda to an unlikely venue on Monday, when conservative cable station Newsmax aired an interview with her about cancer research. Last month he urged Americans to embrace a “moonshot” initiative to reduce deaths, one of several objectives that he hopes crosses party lines in today’s divisive political environment. “Cancer affects …

Biden, Jill Biden share memories of 2021 visit with Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

Biden, Jill Biden share memories of 2021 visit with Queen Elizabeth II

LA Times  

President Biden signs a book of condolence at Lancaster House in London, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, on Sunday as First Lady Jill Biden looks on. President Biden, in London for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, said Sunday that his heart goes out to her family because her death has left it with a “giant hole.” “Sometimes …

Jill Biden pays surprise visit to Ukraine, meets first lady
2 years, 8 months ago

Jill Biden pays surprise visit to Ukraine, meets first lady

The Hindu  

U.S. first lady Jill Biden made an unannounced visit to western Ukraine on Sunday, holding a surprise Mother’s Day meeting with the nation’s first lady, Olena Zelenska, as Russia presses its punishing war in the eastern regions. Zelenska thanked Biden for her “courageous act” and said, “We understand what it takes for the U.S. first lady to come here during …

Biden's 1st White House Christmas made somber by pandemic
3 years ago

Biden's 1st White House Christmas made somber by pandemic

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Beyond the impact on Biden's first Christmas in office, …

Jill Biden says the Biden administration will keep ‘showing up’ to help communities heal from tragedies
3 years ago

Jill Biden says the Biden administration will keep ‘showing up’ to help communities heal from tragedies

CNN  

Waukesha, Wisconsin CNN — First lady Jill Biden wants the American people to know that the first family is there for them. And so we’re – I’ve instructed my team to make you all aware of everything that is available from a federal level,” Biden said, later telling the group, “Don’t hesitate to ask for anything.” One of the parade …

Jill Biden’s White House Christmas display: I miss Melania Trump’s blood trees.
55 years ago

Jill Biden’s White House Christmas display: I miss Melania Trump’s blood trees.

Slate  

We all remember the blood trees. Over the four Christmases of the Trump administration, the annual unveiling of the White House holiday decorations—quickly followed by the collective bewilderment at first lady Melania Trump’s inevitably ghastly choices—became a nice little tradition for some of us. I was right there in the scrums; by 2020, I fancied myself such a doyenne of …

AP News Digest 3:35 a.m.
3 years, 6 months ago

AP News Digest 3:35 a.m.

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. UPCOMING: 520 words by 6 a.m.; decisions expected …

Jill Biden shines fresh spotlight on military family program
3 years, 9 months ago

Jill Biden shines fresh spotlight on military family program

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Jill Biden on Wednesday delivered on her promise to prioritize the struggles of military families by reviving a decade-old initiative that challenged Americans to do something as simple as mow the lawn or drop off a meal for a family with a loved one in the armed forces. “I don’t know if people thank you enough.” She spent …

Biden views Valentine's Day decorations on WH lawn
3 years, 10 months ago

Biden views Valentine's Day decorations on WH lawn

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy First lady Jill Biden had installed before dawn Friday special …

Dr Jill Biden is quietly making history too
3 years, 11 months ago

Dr Jill Biden is quietly making history too

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Dr Jill Biden always …

Melania Trump Won't Give Jill Biden White House Tour, Flouting Historic Tradition
3 years, 11 months ago

Melania Trump Won't Give Jill Biden White House Tour, Flouting Historic Tradition

Huff Post  

Alex Wong/Getty Images Outgoing U.S. first lady Melania Trump is being criticized for skipping the White House tradition of welcoming the incoming first lady into the home. U.S. First Lady Melania Trump urged Americans to “be best” during her years in the White House. — Hamish Mitchell January 14, 2021 Melania trump has broken tradition by NOT inviting the incoming …

Joe and Jill Biden: Our most important Thanksgiving tradition
4 years, 1 month ago

Joe and Jill Biden: Our most important Thanksgiving tradition

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Joe Biden is the President-elect of the United States. Perhaps it’s for your sister or brother just across town – staying away to protect everyone during this pandemic, making sure next year will be celebrated together. From left: Melissa Cohen, Hunter Biden, Beau Biden, Naomi Biden, President-elect Joe Biden, Dr. Jill Biden, Maisy Biden, Finnegan Biden, Hunter Biden, …

Jill Biden to be America's First First Lady to Keep Her Paying Job While Being at White House
4 years, 2 months ago

Jill Biden to be America's First First Lady to Keep Her Paying Job While Being at White House

News 18  

First a second lady and now the First Lady, US President elect Joe Biden’s wife Jill Biden is all set to stand with her husband as he vows to ‘heal America’. But now that Joe Biden has won the White House, his 69-year-old wife will have the opportunity to push the role of first lady into the 21st century — …

Jill Biden says Joe will 'bring us together and make us whole'
4 years, 4 months ago

Jill Biden says Joe will 'bring us together and make us whole'

Daily Mail  

Jill Biden said that Joe Biden would do for the country what he did for their family: 'bring us together and make us whole' because his 'faith is unshakable' in the American people. Jill Biden addressed Democrats Tuesday night from her former English classroom in Brandywine High School in Wilmington, Delaware Joe Biden walked out and greeted his wife Jill …

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