President Biden blamed the countries' economic performance on xenophobia.
President Biden on Wednesday called longtime ally Japan 'xenophobic,' along with China and Russia, blaming their economies' recent performances on racial prejudice. The president made those remarks during an off-camera fundraiser to mark the beginning of Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month in Washington, D.C., three weeks after he hosted Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife for an elaborate state dinner at the White House.
Immigrants are what makes us strong! Not a joke. That's not hyperbole. Because we have an influx of workers who want to be here and contribute. This community's vote will be critical in — from Virginia to George to Nevada. I know we could do a lot together. A lot more.'The White House has not responded with a request to clarify his remarks. It's not clear how the president's off-camera comments will land with Japanese officials. Last month, when Mr.
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