NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt
Lester Holt Interviews President Biden
July 15, 2024
President Biden sat down with NBC Nightly News anchor Lester Holt for an exclusive interview on July 14th. The interview covered a wide range of topics, including the recent attempted assassination of the President, the economy, and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
When asked about the attempted assassination, President Biden said that he was "shaken" but "grateful" that he was not injured. He also praised the Secret Service for their quick response and said that he was confident that they would continue to keep him safe.
On the economy, President Biden said that he was "optimistic" about the future but acknowledged that there were still challenges ahead. He said that he was committed to creating jobs and lowering inflation, and he outlined his plans to do so.
Finally, on the war in Ukraine, President Biden said that he was "deeply concerned" about the ongoing conflict and that he was doing everything he could to support the Ukrainian people. He said that he was hopeful that a diplomatic solution could be reached, but that he was prepared to continue providing military aid to Ukraine for as long as necessary.
The interview concluded with Holt asking the President what he wanted to say to the American people. President Biden said that he wanted to "reassure them that I am doing everything I can to keep them safe and to build a better future for all Americans." He also said that he was "confident" that the United States would overcome the challenges it faces and emerge stronger than ever before.
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