President Joe Biden to Attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington

President Joe Biden is set to attend the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night, where he will have the opportunity to take jabs at the media and his rival, former President Donald Trump. This event, which dates back to Calvin Coolidge, will see Biden addressing a crowd of nearly 3,000 journalists, celebrities, and politicians.

In recent weeks, Biden has been showcasing a sense of humor to poke fun at Trump, making jokes about his hair, the stock price of his social media company, and even his new venture into selling Trump-branded Bibles. With his approval rating flagging and questions about his mental acuity, this dinner could be crucial for Biden.

To prepare for the event, Biden has been working with his team of speechwriters, including Jeffrey Katzenberg, who has been leading daily strategy sessions to fine-tune Biden’s comedy set. The group held lengthy sessions to ensure that Biden’s jokes hit the mark and that the evening’s entertainment is balanced across party lines.

While Biden’s default rhetorical style isn’t typically comedic, he has been incorporating more humor into his speeches, with input from various members of his team. The delicate balance between humor and seriousness will be crucial this year, given the backdrop of ongoing crises in Gaza and college campuses.

The White House Correspondents’ Dinner has a history of political ramifications, with past events influencing Trump’s decision to run for president. This year’s dinner will be streamed live on CSPAN, with CNN airing a special featuring Biden’s remarks and SNL’s Colin Jost’s performance.

Despite the pressure and expectations surrounding the event, one senior adviser insists that Biden enjoys spending time with reporters at the dinner, even if he may not admit it. As the stage is set for Biden to deliver his speech and entertain the crowd, all eyes will be on how he balances humor and seriousness in his remarks.