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Farmleigh HouseDublin, Republic of Ireland 2:09 P.M. IST TAOISEACH VARADKAR:  Mr. President, really good to welcome you again to — to Farmleigh.  I was saying that we — we last met here, I think, back in 2017, in a different time.  That was a private visit. But it’s wonderful to have you back in Ireland.  And I think the visit has been going extremely well, and you very much grace us with your presence.  And look forward to the meeting later on. PRESIDENT BIDEN:  Well, it was great to see you in — on St. Patrick’s Day.  It was great to see you…

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with President Michael D. Higgins of Ireland in Dublin. The presidents affirmed the deep and enduring ties that link the United States and Ireland, culturally, politically, and economically.  They reflected on the 25th anniversary of the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement, underscoring their steadfast support for preserving and expanding its peace dividend.  Following the meeting, President Biden participated in a tree planting ceremony, and he rang the Peace Bell, which was installed in 2008 to mark the tenth anniversary of the Agreement. ### Official news published at https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/04/13/readout-of-president-joe-bidens-meeting-with-president-michael-higgins-of-ireland/

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Leo Varadkar, the Taoiseach of Ireland, in Dublin. The leaders underscored the strong and historic connections between our governments and peoples, including the robust trade and investment links. They discussed U.S.-Irish cooperation on a range of global issues, including food security, the challenges posed by the People’s Republic of China, and our continued support for Ukraine. The leaders also marked the 25th anniversary of the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement and reaffirmed their steadfast support for preserving and expanding its peace dividend. ### Official news published at https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/04/13/readout-of-president-joe-bidens-meeting-with-leo-varadkar-the-taoiseach-of-ireland/

Last night, the Fifth Circuit issued a decision which invalidates the scientific, independent judgment of the FDA about when and how a medicine is available to Americans. The Justice Department has already announced that they are seeking emergency relief from the Supreme Court. More than 20 years ago, the FDA approved medication abortion as safe and effective for the American people. Last week, a Texas district court ruled to block access to this medication in every state in the country. The Fifth Circuit’s decision—just like the district court’s—second-guesses the agency’s medical experts. If this decision stands, no medication—from chemotherapy drugs, to asthma…

11:03 A.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  It is my great honor to join everyone here today.  And I will say that, Mark, you really inspire all of us.  And the service that you have given to our nation, fighting as all of you have with the best fighting forces in the world to support and defend all that we as Americans hold dear, is some of the most noble work that any human being could ever do.  (Applause.) It takes a very special human being to step up and say that they are prepared to serve, knowing — it’s not theoretical — what…

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The WestinDublin, Ireland 9:30 A.M. IST MS. JEAN-PIERRE:  All right.  Good morning, everybody. Q    Good morning. MS. JEAN-PIERRE:  Okay.  President Biden had a packed day meeting with Prime Minister Sunak, speaking — speaking about the importance of the Good Friday Agreement and the peace and stability it has brought, and our readiness to build on those gains by supporting Northern Ireland’s vast economic potential so that peace leads to prosperity for all communities. President Biden then flew to Ireland and, as you all saw, had the time of his life in County Louth last night, where he had the chance…