Biden attacks Trump and outlines his reelection campaign

The President of the United States, Joe Biden, delivered a strong speech on the state of the Union in which he repeatedly attacked his predecessor, Donald Trump, and outlined the main themes that will focus his re-election campaign leading up to the November elections. In a speech that lasted over an hour, Biden referred to Trump as "my predecessor" several times, without mentioning his last name. He accused Trump of "caving in" to Russia, held him responsible for the January 6, 2021 Capitol riots, and criticized his stance on immigration, abortion, and the economy. The atmosphere in the House of Representatives was tense, with strong applause from Democrats and boos from some Republicans. Biden took on a combative tone, drawing the battle lines for his campaign in a crucial election year. One of the key points of the speech was the attack on Trump, whom he accused of failing to fulfill the basic duty of caring for the American people during the covid-19 pandemic. Biden criticized Trump's recent actions and statements on Russia, NATO, the Capitol attack, as well as his stance on key issues like abortion and immigration. Biden also mentioned his age, being the oldest president in U.S. history, but took the opportunity to compare himself favorably to Trump and highlight his achievements during his first term. Regarding foreign policy, Biden addressed the war in Gaza, calling for a ceasefire and detailing plans to provide humanitarian aid in the region. He also had critical words for Israel, urging them to protect civilian lives. Biden's speech, without major stumbles, is seen as an important step for his re-election campaign, demonstrating his ability to confront his Republican opponent in November. His proposals for the middle class and his criticisms of Trump outline his strategy to convince American voters to grant him a second term.