President Joe Biden defended his direct criticism of the Supreme Court for its 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health during an exclusive interview with MSNBC. He expressed regret for referring to an undocumented immigrant as “illegal” and emphasized the importance of women’s electoral power. Biden also doubled down on his attacks on former President Donald Trump and his Supreme Court appointees.
In a statement shared with NBC News, a campaign spokesperson blamed Trump for negative implications on patients seeking in vitro fertilization treatments due to the passage of a fetal personhood bill in Iowa. Biden also addressed his use of the term “illegal” to describe the undocumented immigrant charged with killing a nursing student in Georgia, stating that he regrets using that word.
During his State of the Union address, Biden highlighted the differences between his approach to immigration and that of Trump. He pledged not to treat immigrants with disrespect and emphasized the contributions they have made to the country. Trump, on the other hand, mocked Biden’s apology for using the word “illegal” and criticized his stance on immigration.
In response to questions about his “red line” with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid Israel’s actions in the Israel-Hamas war, Biden stated that the defense of Israel is critical but expressed concerns about the potential consequences of certain actions by Netanyahu. He emphasized the need to avoid further casualties in the conflict.
Overall, Biden’s interview with MSNBC covered a range of topics, from the Supreme Court decision to immigration policy and the Israel-Hamas conflict. His remarks reflected his administration’s stance on these issues and his commitment to addressing them in a thoughtful and respectful manner.
