South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol is slated on Thursday to address a joint meeting of Congress, becoming the third world leader to do so since President Biden took office.
“It’s an unbreakable bond, forged in bravery and the sacrifice of our people, sanctified by the blood of American and Korean troops who fought and defended liberty,” Biden said Wednesday.
On Wednesday night, the Bidens hosted Yoon and his wife at the White House for an elaborate state dinner — where the South Korean leader“The next state dinner we’re going to have — you’re looking at the entertainment,” a delighted Biden told Yoon afterward, presenting him with a guitar autographed by Don McLean, who wrote and recorded the song. “I had no damn idea you could sing.”
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol sang “American Pie” by Don McLean to state dinner guests at the White House on April 26. that was signed by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy , House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries , Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell .“The relationship between the United States and the Republic of Korea is one of great importance and significance,” the leaders of the House and Senate wrote.
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