President Biden Skips Press Questions at G20 Departure in Brazil

Date: November 20, 2024

President Biden Skips Press Questions at G20 Departure in Brazil

Biden Avoids Press Interaction at G20 Departure

President Joe Biden departed Brazil following the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, choosing not to engage with reporters as he boarded Air Force One on Tuesday.

A video from the departure shows an unidentified reporter yelling questions in an attempt to catch the president’s attention. Despite her persistent efforts, including shouting, “Mr. President, happy early birthday! For your birthday, will you talk to us, sir?”, Biden continued his ascent up the steps of the plane without responding.

Key Takeaways from Biden’s Brazil Trip

During his time in Brazil, Biden:

Attended the G20 Summit, engaging with leaders like Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Discussed key global issues, though specific outcomes from his interactions remain undisclosed.

Possible Reasons for Silence

While it is unclear whether Biden intentionally ignored the reporter or simply could not hear over the engine noise of Air Force One, his decision not to address the press has drawn attention.

Reactions to Biden’s Departure

This incident adds to ongoing discussions about Biden’s press accessibility, with critics highlighting his selective approach to addressing media queries during international engagements.