STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are set to travel to U.S. Coast Guard Sector New York on Monday afternoon to celebrate a Friendsgiving dinner with service members and military families. The event is part of the first lady’s Joining Forces initiative, which supports military families.
The dinner, hosted by the Robert Irvine Foundation, will feature a Thanksgiving meal prepared by Chef Robert Irvine and his team. The Bidens plan to thank service members and their families for their contributions and will assist in serving the meal during the event.
U.S. Coast Guard Sector New York, located on Staten Island, is home to more than 500 active-duty members and their families, representing the largest military presence in New York City.
The Friendsgiving dinner has become an annual tradition for the president and first lady, offering them an opportunity to spend time with military families and express gratitude for their sacrifices.
The Bidens’ visit underscores their continued efforts to honor and support service members and their loved ones during the holiday season.