Biden Criticized for Opening 9/11 Speech with a Joke: ‘Unacceptable’

Biden Lambasted for Starting Off 9/11 Address with a Joke: ‘What a Disgrace’

President Joe Biden ​faced criticism ‍for his remarks on ⁤the‌ 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, as many felt ​he made a mockery of the ‍solemn occasion. During a ceremony in Anchorage, Alaska, Biden began his address ‌by ‍joking about his high school ball club and his shared hometown with Alaskan Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy.

WATCH: Biden begins his 9/11 anniversary speech with⁢ a joke about his ‘high ‍school ‌ball club’ pic.twitter.com/x13ufamT5d

— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) ⁣ September 11, 2023

Many took to social‍ media ​to⁢ express their disappointment, with some calling it a disgraceful way⁢ to start a ‌speech about such ​a tragic day. The insensitivity ⁣of ‍Biden’s remarks did‌ not‍ sit‍ well with the public.

What a ‌disgrace

— Charting Wealth (@charting_wealth) September 11, 2023

People were shocked and appalled by ‌Biden’s lack of empathy and inappropriate jokes⁣ during a solemn occasion like the 9/11 anniversary.

Clueless Joe Biden ⁤makes‌ jokes​ during 9/11 remarks pic.twitter.com/AOwCnXVGaG

— Ethan ​Harsell (@ethan_harsell) September 11, 2023

Many criticized Biden for making the ‌9/11 memorial about himself⁢ and his personal ⁣anecdotes, rather than honoring the​ lives lost on that tragic day.

@Richzeoli I can’t⁣ believe ​Biden would make a lame⁢ Scranton joke before⁢ a 9/11 speech. Or ⁣maybe I can

— Sharon K (@SharonK82886231) September 11, 2023

These⁢ remarks were not an isolated incident. Biden has a history of ⁣making inappropriate comments during serious events. Whether it’s joking about a hurricane or comparing a devastating fire ⁣to a ⁢minor ‌incident in his⁢ own life, Biden’s lack of sensitivity is concerning.

Furthermore,⁢ Biden’s actions on the anniversary of ⁢9/11 were also criticized. He chose not to spend the day at a memorial site or the White House, breaking a ⁤tradition followed by previous presidents. Instead, he sent Vice President⁤ Kamala Harris to a memorial event while he ‌made deals with Saudi Arabia and Iran.

The timing​ of these announcements was seen ‌as tone-deaf, considering the role Saudi citizens played in the 9/11 attacks and ‍Iran’s⁤ history of supporting terrorism. It once again highlighted the insensitivity and incompetence ​of the Biden administration.

Overall, Biden’s joke at the beginning of his 9/11 address and⁤ his subsequent ‍actions on that day were met with widespread criticism. Many felt that he ⁤disrespected the memory of the lives lost and ​showed ​a lack of empathy and understanding.

Source: The Western Journal

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