Biden Faces Solo News Conference

Fresh Wave of Democratic Challenges in 2024 Race

WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden faced a test Thursday that he had avoided so far this year: a solo news conference with questions from the media. The latest on the 2024 presidential race: Biden faces fresh wave of Democratic challenges.

Covid-19 Impacts Biden's Campaign Schedule

Biden is still home with Covid following his diagnosis earlier this week. Despite being home, he has continued to work and has made several public appearances via videoconference. On Thursday, he held a virtual meeting with his economic team to discuss the latest economic data.

Biden's campaign schedule has been impacted by his illness, but his team is confident that he will be able to resume a full schedule of in-person events soon. The president is scheduled to travel to Michigan on Friday for a campaign rally.

Biden Vows to Win in Detroit Rally Speech

"And I'm gonna win," US President Joe Biden vowed at a campaign rally in Detroit, Michigan, as the crowd cheered.

Biden was in Detroit to campaign for Democratic candidates in the upcoming midterm elections. He used his speech to tout his administration's accomplishments and to attack his Republican opponents.

"We're building an economy that works for everyone, not just the wealthy few," Biden said. "We're making healthcare more affordable and accessible. And we're taking on the climate crisis."

Biden Holds Rare White House Press Conference

President Joe Biden held a rare White House press conference to mark his first year in office. Biden said he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin will move to invade Ukraine within days.

"My sense is that he's going to move in," Biden said.

Biden also said that the United States is "prepared for whatever happens" and that he has been in close contact with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.