During a call on Monday night, President Joe Biden expressed his gratitude to members of the Congressional Black Caucus for their unwavering support and urged them to continue backing his administration. Representative Bennie Thompson, a prominent member of the caucus, highlighted the historical support that the group has provided to Democratic nominees, emphasizing that Biden is no exception.
Thompson noted that the policies promoted by President Biden have been particularly beneficial to their constituency, underscoring the importance of their alliance. He emphasized the caucus's preference for Biden over any alternative, stating, 'we will take Joe Biden any day over a convicted felon.'
