Biden and Harris Cancel Christmas Plans Amid Speculation of White House Emergency
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In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have abruptly canceled their holiday plans, sparking widespread speculation about a potential emergency at the White House. While no official explanation has been given, the sudden changes have left many questioning the nature of the situation.
President Biden had reportedly planned to spend Christmas in Delaware but was seen taking his motorcade from the airport to the White House late Thursday. Vice President Harris, who was scheduled to fly to California, also called off her trip without any public statement. Social media quickly lit up with theories, with one user noting discrepancies in Biden’s official schedule.
“The official schedule said he was to return to the White House at 5:30 PM, but the recent updates show something else,” a social media observer pointed out. Another user questioned the urgency, posting, “Kamala Harris canceled her trip, rushing back to the White House…WHAT IS HAPPENING?”
🔥🚨BREAKING: Joe Biden has arrived at the White House after canceling his Delaware holiday stay. Kamala Harris also returned to the White House under an emergency. There is still no confirmation on why Biden and Harris returned. pic.twitter.com/8WnCNnFmUA
— Dom Lucre | Breaker of Narratives (@dom_lucre) December 20, 2024
The day wasn’t entirely without official activity. Earlier, President Biden held a conversation with Pope Francis to discuss global peace efforts during the holiday season. According to a White House statement, Biden expressed gratitude for the Pope’s advocacy for human rights and alleviating global suffering. The President also accepted an invitation to visit the Vatican next month.
Vice President Harris, meanwhile, has kept a low profile in recent days. Her last public appearance was on Tuesday in Largo, Maryland, where she spoke to students about the importance of perseverance despite challenges. Her remarks followed weeks after her electoral defeat to Donald Trump in a closely contested race.
He didn’t cancel a trip. Schedule was set on 12/14, fly to Delaware Tuesday night, memorial service Wednesday, return to White House Thursday afternoon, Friday visit with DC Children’s hospital.
Temporary Flight Restriction Request for Tuesdays flight and todays flight were… pic.twitter.com/ylg4bHVOte— JB (@Jbennett79) December 20, 2024Advertisement
“Yes, there is disappointment, but there is also resolve for the future,” Harris stated in her 15-minute speech. “We must stay in the fight, because that is the responsibility that comes with the privilege of being an American.”
With both leaders canceling their plans and rushing back to the White House, the political and public spotlight is firmly on Washington. As of now, neither Biden nor Harris has addressed the growing speculations, leaving room for further conjecture about what could have prompted such an abrupt change in plans.
There is no confirmation why they've done anything
— Zac "The Hammer" Wilder 🦁 (@Constantine_VXI) December 20, 2024
But this actually has me concerned
Something sinister is being dealt
And it is driving me to prayer
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