In this week's Fox News Politics newsletter, we cover President Biden's recent speech in Normandy, Vice President Kamala Harris' late-night appearance, and Hunter Biden's ongoing legal troubles. We also examine concerns about Biden's cognitive abilities and provide updates from the 2024 campaign trail.
## Biden Gives Speech near Normandy Beaches, Urges World to Support Ukraine
President Biden delivered a speech near the beaches of Normandy on the 78th anniversary of D-Day, urging the world to support Ukraine in its fight against Russia.
"We gather here today to remember one of the most consequential battles in human history: D-Day," Biden said. "A battle that turned the tide of World War II and ultimately led to the liberation of Europe from Nazi tyranny."
Biden drew parallels between the fight against Nazi Germany and the current conflict in Ukraine, calling on the world to stand united against aggression.
"Just as we did on D-Day, we must all stand together today to meet the challenges of our time," Biden said. "We must stand united against tyranny and aggression, and we must defend the values that are the foundation of our democracies."
Biden's speech was met with praise from some quarters, but also with criticism from others who argued that he was oversimplifying the complex situation in Ukraine.
## Kamala Harris' Late-Night Appearance Interrupted by Anti-Israel Demonstrator
Vice President Kamala Harris' late-night appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live was interrupted by an anti-Israel demonstrator.
The demonstrator, who was wearing a Palestinian keffiyeh, stood up during Harris' interview and began shouting about the human rights abuses being committed against Palestinians.
Harris paused her interview to address the demonstrator, saying, "We have to respect the right of people to protest and to state their views."
Harris went on to say that she believes in the two-state solution and that both Israelis and Palestinians deserve to live in peace and security.
The demonstrator was eventually escorted out of the studio.
## Hunter Biden Returns to Court as Sister-in-Law and Ex-Lover Testify
Hunter Biden returned to federal court in Wilmington, Delaware, where his sister-in-law and ex-lover testified about his addiction and their own experiences with substance abuse.
The testimony came in a lawsuit filed by Hunter Biden's ex-wife, Kathleen Buhle, who is seeking child support and alimony.
In her testimony, Buhle described Hunter Biden as a "functioning addict" who has struggled with addiction for years. She also said that she has had to deal with his addiction's impact on their family.
Hunter Biden's sister-in-law, Hallie Biden, also testified about his addiction. Hallie Biden said that she has seen firsthand the toll that addiction has taken on Hunter Biden and his family.
Hunter Biden did not attend the court hearing.
## Ex-Biden Staffer Calls Out Democrats for 'Faux Outrage' over Article about Aging President
A former Biden administration staffer has called out Democrats for their "faux outrage" over a Wall Street Journal story that raised concerns about President Biden's cognitive abilities.
Michael LaRosa, who served as Biden's press secretary during the transition, wrote in a social media post that the "faux outrage over the use of blind sources is especially rich coming from political staffers in both parties."
LaRosa said that media outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post are not extensions of the Democratic Party and that they should not be treated as such.
LaRosa's comments came in response to criticism from Democratic lawmakers who attacked the Journal for using anonymous Republican sources in its story about Biden's cognitive health.
## White House Urged Dems to Tout Biden's Sharpness Ahead of WSJ Report
The White House reportedly urged Democratic lawmakers to tout President Biden's sharpness ahead of the Wall Street Journal report that raised concerns about his cognitive abilities.
According to Politico, the White House sent talking points to Democratic lawmakers, asking them to highlight Biden's "strength, energy, and mental acuity."
The White House also reportedly provided lawmakers with examples of Biden's recent speeches and public appearances that they could use to support their claims.
However, despite the White House's efforts, some Democratic lawmakers have expressed concern about Biden's cognitive health.
## GOP House Candidate's Legal Work for CCP-Tied Company Scrutinized
The legal work of a Republican House candidate for a Chinese company with ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is under scrutiny.
George Santos, a Republican running for Congress in New York's 3rd District, worked as an attorney for Harbor City Capital, a company that has been accused of being a "gateway" for Chinese money to flow into the United States.
Santos has denied any wrongdoing and has said that he was not aware of Harbor City Capital's ties to the CCP.
However, the New York Times has reported that Santos helped Harbor City Capital raise money from Chinese investors and that he met with a Chinese government official in connection with the company's business.
## Trump Campaign Accelerates Vetting of Potential Running Mates
The Trump campaign is reportedly accelerating the vetting process for potential running mates.
According to The Hill, the campaign is looking for a running mate who can help Trump win over moderate and independent voters.
The campaign has reportedly interviewed several potential candidates, including former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson.
The Trump campaign is expected to make a decision on a running mate by early summer.
