Biden calls Trump, returns to White House

US President Joe Biden on Saturday night spoke with his predecessor and Republican rival Donald Trump.

“This evening, President Biden spoke to former President Trump. The President also spoke to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Butler Mayor Bob Dandoy,” the White House said.

Biden was spending time this weekend at his home in Delaware but returned to the White House past midnight.

“Tomorrow morning at the White House, he will receive an updated briefing from homeland security and law enforcement officials,” the White House said.

Biden went on to thank the Secret Service and all the law enforcement agencies involved in responding to the shooting.

President Biden was in Delaware attending church when the shooting occurred.


Update: 2024-07-14 06:21 GMT

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