At the NATO summit in Washington on Tuesday, U.S. President Joe Biden committed to vigorously defending Ukraine against Russia’s invasion, aiming to reassure both domestic and international allies of his leadership.
Biden, 81, has faced intense scrutiny about his capability to serve, particularly from some Democrats and campaign donors concerned about his performance in a debate on June 27.
In his address to NATO members, Biden emphasized the threat posed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating that Putin seeks Ukraine’s complete domination and erasure. Biden confidently asserted that Ukraine could and would resist Putin’s efforts.
The White House hopes this significant policy speech, delivered with clarity and confidence, will help Biden recover from recent challenges in his presidency. Speaking against the backdrop of the historic federal hall where NATO was founded, Biden declared that NATO is now stronger than ever.
Despite calls for him to step aside, Biden remains determined to defeat Republican Donald Trump, 78, in the upcoming November election, retaining the support of most party elites. Biden has focused on rebuilding traditional alliances, a stark contrast to Trump’s “America First” strategy, with the outcome of the election likely to significantly impact NATO and global geopolitics.
