Staff Reports
Another vacation is on the itinerary for President Joe Biden, but this time, it’s a three-day taxpayer-funded jaunt to Rome, Italy – because apparently, when one is the leader of the free world, nothing spells duty like a European getaway! The trip, which has been dubbed “President Actual” for reasons that remain shrouded in mystery (perhaps a nod to reality?), was dropped on White House staff with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer, leaving them scrambling to fuel up Air Force One before departure on January 9.
While the exact accommodations for Biden remain questionable, that seems to be a fitting parallel to his grasp on reality. Many have speculated whether he will enjoy the ambassador’s luxurious 15th-century Villa Taverna, find himself at a billionaires’ retreat, or even stay at the St. Regis . Whichever option it is, one fact is abundantly clear: when it comes to footing the bill, Biden has a talent for abdicating responsibility. His proclivity for free rides extends beyond vacations – so naturally, no one expects him to start now.
The press briefing was rather telling as it managed to gloss over any serious inquiries regarding Biden’s evident cognitive decline, including the Wall Street Journal’s commentary on his waning mental acuity. The White House provided scant details about the trip’s origin or its peculiar timing. Ah, but there was chatter about a private meeting with the pope and high-profile talks in Italy. One can only assume that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is just itching to break bread with a man who previously dozed off during Andrea Bocelli’s performance. Talk about a dynamic duo!
If the past is any predictor, the Biden family will come rushing in for their share of the soft Italian culture, with Hunter likely scouring the shorelines for “nude beach” opportunities. Who says a winter wonderland can’t bear a summer’s delight? With Biden’s travel history, it promises to be an all-you-can-eat buffet of unearned luxuries.
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While the Vatican is certainly rolling out the red carpet, one is left wondering about the conversation topics—peace talks, perhaps? Though one does have to chuckle at the irony of the pope wanting to bridge global peace with a leader whose competence in managing crises seems dubious at best. If anyone could use a chat about ethical decision-making, it’s Biden, who has already been at the center of more bomb-dropping controversies than one could fit into a history text.
In the end, no one can say that Biden is shy about his lavish lifestyle. When one considers the invocation of the pope’s name to bless a trip that may further blur the lines of propriety, it’s not hard to believe that this administration has mastered the art of distraction. While the president prepares for his Italian adventure—replete with as many perks as possible—the question remains: Will he remember to come home?
