U.S. President Joe Biden used his Memorial Day speech on Monday to defend America's "imperfect" democracy, calling for more work to deliver the promise of what he said remained "the greatest experiment" in world history.
U.S. President Joe Biden used his Memorial Day speech on Monday to defend American democracy, and stressed that there was still much to be done to deliver on the promise of what he called "the greatest experiment" in world history.
"To state the obvious, our democracy is imperfect, it always has been.
But Americans of all backgrounds, races, creeds, gender identities, sexual orientations have along spilled their blood to defend our democracy." In a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, Biden warned about threats at home and abroad.
"Democracy itself is in peril, here at home and around the world.
What we do now, what we do now, how we honor the memory of the fallen will determine whether or not democracy will long endure." And he emphasized voting rights were the bedrock of the American system of government.
"Democracy thrives when the infrastructure of democracy is strong, when people have the right to vote, freely and fairly and conveniently." Voting rights are now front and center amid what critics say is a wave of state laws intended to restrict access to the ballot.
In Texas, Republicans are trying to pass an election reform bill critics say would make it harder for Black and Hispanic Americans to vote.
Biden also focused on the ultimate sacrifice: U.S. service members dying for their country, saying that more than 7,000 people had been killed in U.S. conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.
In honor of the fallen, Biden, accompanied by Vice President Kamala Harris and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, laid a wreath at the tomb of Unknown Soldier.
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US authorities boosted Trump's security weeks ago due to an Iranian plot, unrelated to the recent Pennsylvania attack. Despite enhanced measures, questions arise about how the gunman got so close. The incident prompts a Biden-ordered review and Congressional probes into the Secret Service. Iranian threats against Trump and former officials persist since Soleimani's 2020 assassination.
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President Biden suggested Kamala Harris "could be president," amid calls for him to step aside. He attacked Trump's presidency and policies, despite recent pleas to lower campaign tensions. Biden outlined second-term plans, including voting rights legislation. Democrats plan to nominate Biden virtually, but some party members push for his retirement, citing cognitive concerns. Twenty House Democrats and one senator have requested Biden step down.
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The US State Department urges India to use its unique relationship with Russia to help end the Ukraine war, emphasizing respect for the UN Charter and Ukraine's sovereignty. Despite maintaining neutrality and abstaining from UN resolutions against Russia, India faces criticism from Ukraine for PM Modi's Moscow visit. India's stance reflects a complex balancing act between its historical ties with Russia.
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'Furiosa' may have taken the top spot over Memorial Day weekend – but everyone's favorite cat clawed his way up to first! We're breaking down this weekend's box office numbers on today's THR Charts: The Breakdown for Monday, June 3rd.
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The box office performance of 'Furiosa' has put the brakes on George Miller's next 'Mad Max' movie. The revered filmmaker's 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' bowed to a disappointing $32 million domestically for the four-day Memorial Day weekend and $36.5 million overseas, diminishing hopes for 'Mad Max: The Wasteland,' another 'Mad Max' installment that Miller has been toying with for years.
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'Furiosa' nabbed the top spot but however, the Memorial Day box office was no picnic this year. We're looking at the weekend box office numbers on today's THR Charts: The Breakdown for Wednesday, May 29th.
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Richard Dreyfuss is facing major backlash over sexist and homophobic comments the actor made over Memorial Day weekend. A Massachusetts theater hosted the 'Jaws' star for a conversation and screening of the classic Steven Spielberg action blockbuster. According to social media posts from those in attendance, people hoping for amusing or insightful anecdotes from the actor had to instead sit through the Oscar winner going on a free-form rant that included his bigoted perspective on trans youth, the Academy Awards' inclusion rules and then on to trans kids affirming their gender.
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Jimmy Kimmel's 7-year-old son Billy just had his third (and hopefully last) open heart surgery. The ABC late-night host shared that Billy had the operation over Memorial Day weekend. Kimmel shared this photo of his son on Instagram and wrote, "We went into this experience with a lot of optimism and nearly as much fear and came out with a new valve inside a happy, healthy kid."
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Watch U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's strong response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's demands on Ukraine. Get the latest updates on Kyiv's military actions and the global reactions to Putin's assertions. Stay informed with the developments surrounding the ongoing conflict and diplomatic tensions.
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In a surprising turn of events, the United States disclosed that Iran sought its assistance following the helicopter crash that tragically killed President Ebrahim Raisi over the weekend. While offering condolences, Washington stated that it was unable to accommodate the Iranian request due to logistical challenges. This rare appeal from Iran, which typically regards America and Israel as adversaries, was revealed by the US State Department during a news briefing. Responding to queries about potential blame from Tehran, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin firmly denied any US involvement in the crash.
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington DC, during his visit to the US to attend the NATO 75th anniversary summit. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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45 million veterans, have served during wartime.
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96 members of the 116th Congress , have served in the military. .
60 percent of Americans, plan to barbecue over
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260,000 graves, at Arlington National Cemetery are adorned with American flags
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Republican Leader Vivek Ramaswamy endorsed Trump in his Viral Speech. He pushed for safe communities, jobs, and justice for all Americans. He also urged black Americans to reject media narratives and seek shared prosperity. As per him, Legal immigrants deserve opportunities for their children. Gen Z is called to conserve and uphold American values. Vivek Ramaswamy echoed these sentiments in support of Trump, emphasizing unity and traditional values.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expresses confidence amidst concerns over Donald Trump potentially returning to the White House. He asserts that Republicans will continue their support, citing their respect for Ukraine and its leadership. Learn more about Zelensky's stance and the implications for US-Ukraine relations in this video.
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Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump has chosen former critic JD Vance as his vice-presidential nominee. Vance, a 39-year-old Ohio Senator and author, was confirmed as VP pick by RNC delegates.
Despite past criticisms of Trump, Vance has become a strong supporter. After winning his Senate seat with Trump's endorsement in 2022, Vance is now attacking Joe Biden, calling him an "incapacitated president" and accusing Democrats of lying about Biden's health.
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The strike initiated by Torsten Kunert, better known as Rideshare Professor, was a call to action in hopes that Uber would pay closer attention to the safety of their drivers.