Biden holds ceremony in honor of Oct. 7 attacks as Trump faults his leadership

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President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump took contrasting paths to mark the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks.

The president, alongside first lady Jill Biden, took part in a yahrzeit candle lighting at the White House. The Bidens were joined by Adas Israel Congregation’s Rabbi Aaron Alexander, who recited the El Malei Rachamim prayer, according to the White House. Biden did not speak during the ceremony, which concluded with a brief moment of silence.

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