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.” We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! 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.” We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now