Following the recent collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, a catastrophe that has gripped the nation, Biden pledged federal support for its reconstruction. However, his attempt to relate to the situation backfired when he claimed to have traversed the bridge "many times" by both train and car. The glaring issue? The bridge has never accommodated railway lines, rendering his statement false.
It's hardly surprising that Joe would stumble into such a gaffe. He often resorts to embellishing or outright fabricating stories in a misguided attempt to empathize with those facing real hardship.
From OK! Magazine:
Despite the bridge not having any railway lines, President Biden asserted his familiarity with it, stating that he had crossed it numerous times while commuting between Delaware and Washington by both car and train.
"I have been over many many times, commuting from the state of Delaware by train or by car," his statement read, raising questions due to the absence of railway tracks on the bridge, which has solely served as a roadway since its construction in the early 1970s.
Additionally, he mentioned his visits to Baltimore Harbor, further highlighting his connection to the area.
The confusion surrounding President Biden's remarks was exacerbated by the official Donald Trump campaign social media account, which criticized him for being "confused again" and pointed out the lack of train tracks on the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
President Biden has previously discussed using the Amtrak train during his tenure as a senator. However, the route circumvents Baltimore's city center and does not cross the river via the bridge.
