What's happened
Multiple Kennedy family members publicly supported President Biden during a White House visit, excluding Robert F Kennedy Jr, who is running as an independent candidate in the 2024 election.
Why it matters
The public support of President Biden by Kennedy family members, excluding RFK Jr, highlights the family's division over his independent campaign. This event underscores the political rift within the Kennedy family and may impact RFK Jr's campaign as he seeks to differentiate himself from both the Democratic Party and his own relatives.
What the papers say
The Independent reported that Robert F Kennedy Jr claimed that 'many' family members support his campaign, while New York Times highlighted the family's visit to the White House and their public backing of President Biden, emphasizing the political and familial tensions.
How we got here
Robert F Kennedy Jr's independent presidential campaign has caused a rift within the Kennedy family, with many members publicly supporting President Biden, a Democrat. The family's visit to the White House and their praise for Biden further highlight the divisions within the family and the broader political landscape.
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