In a recent trilateral meeting at the White House, President Biden’s opening remarks were missed by reporters due to a logistical error by White House press handlers. The press was left standing in a hallway downstairs while Biden addressed Philippine President Bongbong Marcos and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Most American and Philippine reporters were not allowed into the East Room until after Biden had finished speaking, causing them to miss his initial statements.
The error was attributed to less experienced press “wranglers” overseeing the movements of the press. However, despite missing the remarks, a pool videographer was present, and footage was ultimately posted by C-SPAN. This incident is not the first time the Biden administration has faced criticism for its handling of the press, with previous controversies in 2021 and 2023.
Biden’s remarks during the meeting focused on working together with allies to counter China. Unfortunately, reporters missed his message to China as a result of the oversight. This incident raises questions about the administration’s handling of press access and staging during important events, as it is important for the press to have full access to information and statements made by world leaders during official meetings. Stay tuned to The Bib Theorists for updates on this developing story and more insights into the world of politics and international relations.
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