WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Joe Biden issued an apology for using the term “illegal” to refer to Laken Riley’s murderer, opting instead for “undocumented” during a recent statement.
The apology comes amidst contrasting approaches to immigration between Biden and former President Donald Trump, who is currently meeting with Riley’s parents.
Biden criticized Trump’s border rhetoric, particularly the derogatory language used to describe immigrants. He emphasized the significant contributions of undocumented individuals to the United States, stating, “Look, they built the country, the reason our economy’s growing.”
The President’s remarks aim to highlight the differences in immigration policy and rhetoric between his administration and that of his predecessor, underscoring a more inclusive view of America’s diverse population.