United States President Joe Biden roasted his political rival and predecessor, Donald Trump and jibed at him for his age at the annual dinner for Washington’s political and media elites, calling him a six-year-old. Biden said, “I am a grown man running against a six-year-old”.The White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner on Saturday night provided the platform for Biden, 81, to continue his criticism of Trump, 77, with cutting humour.
The high-profile event came against the backdrop of growing protests over Biden’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war. “Of course, the 2024 election’s in full swing and, yes, age is an issue: I’m a grown man running against a 6-year-old,” Biden said in a roughly 10-minute speech, referring to former President Trump, whom he called “Sleepy Don”.
Speaking to an audience of nearly 3,000 journalists, celebrities and politicians, Biden added, “Age is the only thing we have in common. My vice …