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April 14, 2026
Biden Unveils Portrait at Syracuse University
- President Joe Biden unveiled his portrait at Syracuse University, where he reflected on his law school experiences.
- He made a joke mistakenly calling trustee Jeffrey M. Scruggs 'Barack', which drew laughter but also criticism on social media.
- Biden's speech emphasized his commitment to democracy and the importance of law in promoting equality and dignity.
2 Sources
- Joe Biden visits alma mater Syracuse for portrait unveilingApr 14, 2026 at 8:59 PM · The Hill
- Biden awkwardly pulls trustee into spotlight and calls him ‘Barack’ at portrait unveilingApr 14, 2026 at 10:12 PM · Fox News