President Joe Biden's regret over language used to describe suspect in Laken Riley case
President Joe Biden expressed regret for using the word 'illegal' to describe the 'Undocumented person' suspected of killing Laken Riley during an interview with MSNBC.
Key Points
- President Biden regrets using the word 'illegal' and recognizes the importance of using 'undocumented' instead
- He emphasizes the need for respectful treatment of all individuals, including immigrants
- Draws a contrast between his approach and that of former President Trump
Pros
- Acknowledgment of the impact of language on perceptions of immigrants
- Commitment to treating people with respect regardless of immigration status
Cons
- Potential backlash from those who believe different terminology should be used