Staff Reports
A recent fancy dinner at the White House happened to greet President William Ruto from Kenya, aiming to make the friendship between the United States and Kenya even stronger. The dinner turned heads, not just because of the important guests but also because of President Joe Biden’s usual mix-ups and confusion. He even poked some fun at the reporters, saying they didn’t stick to the “deal.” Some people were surprised to see former President Barack Obama show up at the dinner, considering his Kenyan roots.
The White House event also had Biden making big promises, like wanting to make Kenya the first “major non-NATO ally” in sub-Saharan Africa, even though the title is mostly symbolic. He mentioned working together on important issues like counterterrorism and supporting Ukraine. This move would put Kenya in a group of 18 countries that the U.S. considers non-NATO allies, including strong nations like Israel, Brazil, and the Philippines.
Obama makes cameo at White House state dinner, Biden snaps at reporters – Obama is no better than Biden. He’s the one that’s been calling the shots during the past 4 years. https://t.co/IHejnSpHgj
— Becca Buono (@becca_buono) May 27, 2024
President Ruto shared his thoughts on the improved relationship between Kenya and the United States, praising Biden and the U.S. government for their commitment to making things better. He left feeling confident that the partnership was off to a good start and that with Biden’s support, Kenya and Africa have a reliable ally.
Unfortunately, during the event, Biden had his usual slip-ups, including mistakenly calling Vice President Kamala Harris the “president.” He also made a comment about the reporters not following some kind of agreement—possibly suggesting they asked too many unexpected questions. It’s moments like these that make some wonder how well Biden could hold his own in a debate against someone like Donald Trump.
Editorial: It’s important for the United States to have strong ties with other countries, but Biden’s constant mix-ups and confusion might not be the best look for the nation on the world stage. Being a reliable ally means being clear, consistent, and able to handle tough situations with grace. Let’s hope Biden can work on these areas to truly be the strong leader that the country needs.
