:quality(85)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/infobae/2YHJW7IQFLWZG3VNRMGVKKKHPU.jpg "Joe Biden assured that “Putin and Russia are sowing terror in Europe”")
US President Joe Biden delivered his State of the Union address to the United States Congress on Thursday, where he vowed to not “bow” to Russian leader Vladimir Putin and criticized his rival Donald Trump.
From the beginning of his speech, Biden took aim at his predecessor and potential opponent in the November election, calling on Congress to approve military aid to Ukraine amidst Putin’s invasion of the country. “If anyone in this room thinks Putin will stop in Ukraine, I assure you he won’t,” Biden declared.
The President also criticized Trump’s approach to China, emphasizing his commitment to competition rather than conflict with the Asian giant. He stressed the importance of maintaining peace in the Taiwan Strait and revitalizing alliances in the Asia-Pacific region.
During his nearly 90-minute address, Biden addressed concerns about his age, asserting that the issue facing the nation is not how old individuals are, but how old their ideas are. He emphasized the need for forward-thinking leadership and a vision for a future where democracy is defended, the rich pay their fair share, and the planet is protected from the climate crisis.
Biden’s speech comes amidst scrutiny over his age, with concerns raised in polls ahead of the November elections. Special counsel Robert Hur’s report described Biden as an “older man with a poor memory,” prompting further questions about his fitness for office.
Despite these challenges, Biden remained resolute in his commitment to standing up to Putin, advocating for democracy, and advancing a progressive vision for the United States. As he concluded his address, the President emphasized the importance of leadership that looks toward the future rather than dwelling on the past.