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Biden Postpones Germany and Angola Trip to Focus on Hurricane Milton Response in Africa

Oct 8, 2024, 02:21 PM

President Joe Biden has postponed his upcoming trip to Germany and Angola to oversee preparations for and the response to Hurricane Milton. The White House cited the projected trajectory and strength of the hurricane as the reason for the postponement. Biden's decision underscores the administration's focus on addressing the potential impacts of the hurricane, in addition to the ongoing response to the impacts of Hurricane Milton. The trip was initially planned as part of an overseas visit to Africa.