In the biggest speech of his political career, the former vice president decried "too much division" under incumbent Donald Trump, who soon responded on Twitter Advertisement joe biden Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden accepts the party's nomination on Thursday night | Credit: DNC2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden told supporters Thursday night that, after three and a half years of "too much anger, too much fear, too much division," he plans to unite the country and move on from President Donald Trump . "Here and now, I give you my word," Biden, 77, said. "If you entrust me with the presidency, I will draw on the best of us, not the worst." Get push notifications with news, features and more. + Follow Following You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications. Biden's acceptance speech for the nomination marked the close of the first …
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Joe Biden fumes at UK over lapse security as secret dossier dumped at bus stop
Joe Biden accidentally says Trump instead of Obama Sign up to receive our rundown of the day's top stories direct to your inbox SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The US Government has criticised the British Government for their “lax” security after a dossier containing top secret documents was lost by an official at a bus stop in June. The documents discussed the likely Russian reaction to HMS Defender’s passage through Ukrainian waters as part of the Carrier Strike Group’s operational voyage, and some of them were marked as “Secret UK Eyes Only”. Related articles Terror warning: Ellwood fears Afghanistan pullout will haunt UK US Covid hospitalisation rates soar despite Biden reaching jab target …
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Pentagon to probe Middle East, special forces law of war violations amid Biden review
The Department of Defense Office of Inspector General is launching a review of U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command to probe the recent record of both in following Pentagon "law of war" requirements, which will include a review of whether CENTCOM and SOCOM violations have been properly reported. The Inspector General review comes amid a change of command at the Pentagon, with President Joe Biden 's new secretary of defense, Lloyd Austin , asserting his control over the military with a series of reforms. The probe will begin this month, and will "determine the extent to which U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) and U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) developed and implemented programs in accordance with DoD Law of War requirements to reduce potential law of war violations when conducting operations," an Inspector General memo explained. "We will also determine whether potential USCENTCOM and USSOCOM law of war violations were reported and reviewed in …
United States rejoins Paris climate agreement as Biden signs executive order
In one of his first official acts as president, Joe Biden has worked to reverse Trump’s stance on climate change. President Biden has signed an executive order to rejoin the Paris Agreement on climate change that the United States left back in November . The president has also brought the largest team of climate change experts ever into the White House and signaled it will be an important part of his administration. Biden has also targeted Trump’s environmental record, calling for a review of all regulations and executive actions that are deemed damaging to the environment or public health. The incoming president will also cancel the permit for the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline from Canada to the US. The pipeline planned to carry crude oil nearly 1,200 miles (1,900km) from the Canadian province of Alberta down to Nebraska, to join an existing pipeline. Environmentalists and Native Americans have fought the development for nearly a decade and …
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Inside Jill Biden’s ‘abusive office that’s like the Devil Wears Prada’ as it’s claimed workers are ‘berated’
ONE of Jill Biden’s top aides has been accused of “berating” other staffers and creating an abusive office environment like The Devil Wears Prada, according to reports. Trusted staffer Anthony Bernal is accused of a “mean streak” that has made co-workers cry, as it's claimed he bad-mouths other members of "Team Jill" behind their backs. It comes despite a strong relationship with the First Lady who dedicated a whole paragraph to Bernal in the thank yous to her 2019 memoir. “A special thank-you to Anthony Bernal, who spent countless hours, holidays, and weekends to push me to write,” she wrote. “He knows how much I love him and respect him.” Bernal acts as “advisor the first lady” but holds major influence as he controls planning for Jill’s speeches and events , as well as dealing with political requests, according to Politico . Jill remains one of her husband’s most trusted advisors meaning that Bernal also holds a serious pull with the White House, it adds. …
Barack Obama under fire for 500-guest party at Martha’s Vineyard as Covid cases spike
Barack Obama has come under fire for inviting nearly 500 people to his 60th birthday party in Martha’s Vineyard, even as US health officials warn of the dangers of large gatherings during the pandemic. The former president will have at least 200 staff on hand at his Massachusetts home this weekend to cater to the 475 invited guests, including Oprah Winfrey, George Clooney and Steven Spielberg, according to reports. The party will be outdoors at the Obamas’ $12 million (£9m), 30-acre waterfront property, where all guests will be asked to present proof of vaccination and a negative Covid-19 test. While there are no official rules regarding outdoor gatherings, Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health, said on Sunday that big parties should be avoided considering the rise in infections in the US. “If you're talking about a small party like I might have at my house for six or eight people who are all fully vaccinated, I do not believe, at this point, we need to …
President Barack Obama Will Celebrate His 55th Birthday at the White House
Some of the guests reported to attend include Beyoncé, Jay Z and Obama's favorite rapper, Kendrick Lamar Advertisement Image Credit: Susan Walsh/AP Celebrating in style. President Barack Obama will ring in his 55th birthday Friday night at the White House surrounded by a slew of his celebrity friends. Get push notifications with news, features and more. + Follow Following You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications. “This evening the First Lady is hosting a 55th birthday celebration for the President at the White House. The guest list includes a large number of family members and friends to mark the occasion,” a rep for the White House tells PEOPLE in a statement. “The private event will be paid for with the family’s personal funds.” The New York Post ‘s Page Six reports guests are expected to include Beyoncé , Jay Z , Obama’s favorite rapper …
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Michelle Obama Lauds Major New Voting Rights Bill and Urges Senate to Pass It
People Exclusive "This bill will make it easier for ordinary Americans to register and cast a ballot," the former first lady says Advertisement Michelle Obama Michelle Obama | Credit: Scott Olson/Getty Michelle Obama is applauding Democratic lawmakers' push this week to enact an expansive voting-rights bill that just passed the House of Representatives and next moves to a more uncertain future in the Senate. The former first lady and voting rights activist said Thursday, however, that the Senate should also pass the For the People Act "as soon as possible — because there is nothing more important to the health and future of our democracy than safeguarding the right to vote." Get push notifications with news, features and more. + Follow Following You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications. On Wednesday, the House of Representatives passed …
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The Biggest Political & Celebrity Names You’ll See at This Week’s Democratic National Convention
The DNC lineup includes its party's biggest names like the Obamas as well as stars such as Billie Eilish, and — of course — Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Advertisement Joe Biden, Kamala Harris From left: former Vice President Joe Biden and California Sen. Kamala Harris | Credit: Andrew Harnik/AP/Shutterstock; Lorenzo Bevilaqua/Walt Disney Television/Getty The lineup for the 2020 Democratic National Convention has arrived. The Democratic Party has released the names of the speakers and musical performers who will appear at this week's virtual DNC , including primetime speeches from the Obamas and the Bidens. On Friday, the convention also announced remote musical performances from the likes of Billie Eilish and John Legend. Get push notifications with news, features and more. + Follow Following You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications. The four-day …
Ex-Presidents & First Ladies (Minus Trump) Promote COVID Vaccine as They Are Seen Getting Their Shots
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump did not appear Advertisement Eight of the country's living former presidents and first ladies united for a pair of new ad spots urging Americans to get the COVID-19 vaccine when they can. Jimmy Carter , Bill Clinton , George W. Bush and Barack Obama appear in one of the new vaccine ads, along with wives Rosalynn Carter , Hillary Clinton , Laura Bush and Michelle Obama . RELATED: Wondering About the Side Effects of the COVID Vaccine? Here's What to Know As of Thursday morning, at least 528,829 people in the U.S. have died from COVID-19 out of more than 29.2 million confirmed cases, according to a New York Times tracker . Get push notifications with news, features and more. + Follow Following You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications. Speaking with PEOPLE for this week's cover story, Mrs. Obama said she "encourage[d] …