President Biden stumbled over Rep. Jahana Hayes’ (D-Conn.) name during remarks at the White House on Monday, instead calling her “Jonah.”
The 80-year-old president’s latest gaffe happened as he celebrated the 2023 Teachers of the Year from each state, as well as the National Teacher of the Year, during a Rose Garden event.
Hayes, who was first elected to the House in 2018, is herself a former National Teacher of the Year award winner.
“Thank you for the members of Congress here today, including two outstanding educating congresswomen: Jonah,” Biden said, apparently referring to Hayes.
“And by the way, Jonah Hayes is — Jonah, where are you? There you are, Jonah, right in front of me,” he went on.
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