During a fundraising event for his re-election campaign, President Joe Biden took a lighthearted jab at his predecessor, Donald Trump, recalling one of the more puzzling moments from Trump’s tenure.
Referencing Trump’s suggestion during the early days of the pandemic that injecting bleach could combat the virus, Biden joked that he wished Trump had tried it himself.
The remark, made in jest, highlighted what Biden described as the chaotic nature of Trump’s presidency, urging voters to consider this when casting their ballots in the upcoming election.
Trump’s bleach comment, made in 2020, drew widespread criticism and disbelief as medical experts swiftly denounced the idea of injecting disinfectants into the human body. Biden’s playful remark about Trump’s suggestion echoed previous comments he had made, adding a humorous twist to his campaign rhetoric.
In addition to poking fun at Trump’s bleach remark, Biden also joked about Trump’s correspondence with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, mistakenly referring to Kim as the president of South Korea.
Trump’s interactions with Kim, including the exchange of letters kept in the Oval Office, became a notable aspect of his foreign policy approach, often drawing both praise and scrutiny.
While Biden’s remarks were delivered in a light-hearted manner, they underscored the sharp contrast between his administration’s approach and the unconventional tactics employed by Trump.
Despite the humorous tone, Biden’s comments served as a reminder of the stark differences in leadership styles between the two presidents.
The Trump campaign did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Biden’s remarks, indicating that the playful banter between the current and former presidents may continue to be a recurring theme in the political arena.
