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Biden-Trump White House Meeting
President Biden and President-elect Trump meet at the White House to discuss pressing issues, including continued support for Ukraine and the peaceful transfer of power.
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- Why is this meeting historically significant?
- This meeting marks the first handover meeting in over three decades between rival presidents, the last being in 1992 between George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton.
- What are Biden's key concerns regarding the future of US foreign policy?
- A key concern for Biden is the role of the U.S. on the world stage, focusing on strengthening NATO alliances and forging alliances in the Pacific; he aims to convey this to Trump.
- What is a major point of contention between Biden and Trump regarding Ukraine?
- Trump's potential threat to cut off aid to Ukraine if concessions are not made to Russia is a major concern for Biden, who wants to ensure Ukraine is in the strongest position at the negotiating table.
- What will the meeting reveal about President-elect Trump's future political behavior?
- The meeting will serve as a barometer to gauge whether Trump will temper his rhetoric and curb impulses for revenge against political rivals or continue his combative stance.
- What is the main purpose of the meeting between President Biden and President-elect Trump?
- President Biden will meet with President-elect Trump at the White House to discuss pressing national and international issues, particularly regarding continued support for Ukraine.