By — Molly Finnegan Molly Finnegan Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-biden-hosts-italian-american-heritage-event-at-white-house Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter WATCH: Biden hosts Italian American heritage event at White House Politics Updated on Oct 16, 2024 3:59 PM EDT — Published on Oct 16, 2024 1:46 PM EDT President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will host a celebration of Italian American heritage Wednesday at the White House. Biden is expected to host an Italian American heritage event at the White at 5:30 p.m. EDT. Watch in the player above. In a proclamation Monday for Columbus Day, Biden hailed the stories and traditions passed down to Italian Americans from their immigrant ancestors: “Italian Americans’ courage, strength, and character are woven into the rich tapestry of our country.” A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Molly Finnegan Molly Finnegan
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will host a celebration of Italian American heritage Wednesday at the White House. Biden is expected to host an Italian American heritage event at the White at 5:30 p.m. EDT. Watch in the player above. In a proclamation Monday for Columbus Day, Biden hailed the stories and traditions passed down to Italian Americans from their immigrant ancestors: “Italian Americans’ courage, strength, and character are woven into the rich tapestry of our country.” A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now