During an Elton John honor ceremony at the White House, Joe Biden joked about the $6 billion spent by the United States on AIDS research claiming it was his fault.
Joe Biden and his joke did not cause a stir among internet users
The last Friday to the White Housethe US President decorated Elton John. Indeed, the singer was honored with the « National Humanities Medal ». During the ceremony, Joe Biden made a joke that was not appreciated by Internet users.
He jokes, saying that the singer is responsible for 6 billion spent this month on AIDS research. He adds : “I say it sincerely, it is a great honor to present the National Humanities Medal to Sir Elton John”.
He pursues : “for moving our souls with his powerful voice and one of the defining songbooks of all time. An icon and an enduring defender with absolute courage…”.
For the internet, the president’s comedy was indiscreet. For one: “I swear the older you get the less your thoughts are filtered”. Another : “He took it out of his pocket”.
Upon receipt of the prize, Elton declares: “I’m never flabbergasted, but I am…”. He interpreted some successful titles to please to 2000 people present.