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President Biden visiting Madison on Feb. 8 following State of the Union

Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and the cabinet will make a 'blitz' across the country, White House says.
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Posted at 3:58 PM, Feb 03, 2023
and last updated 2023-02-07 11:28:08-05

MILWAUKEE — President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit Madison, Wisconsin on Feb. 8, following his State of the Union speech.

According to a news release from the White House, Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and the cabinet will make a 'blitz' across the country.

First they are traveling to Madison, where Biden will discuss "how his economic plan is creating good-paying, union jobs and delivering real results for the American people."

Then they head to Tampa, Florida on Feb. 9. "He will discuss his plan to protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare and lower healthcare costs," according to the statement.

WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming said in a statement, "Wisconsin voters know the real story behind Joe Biden's visit next week and his abysmal approval ratings. Inflation has outpaced wages for over 20 consecutive months, and Wisconsin families’ pocketbooks are suffering thanks to Joe.”

In a second statement, the White House described the visit as such:

"Following the State of the Union, the President, the Vice President, and the Cabinet will blitz the country to showcase how the President’s plan is creating jobs, rebuilding our infrastructure, lowering costs for families, investing in our future, and delivering for families too often left behind.

On Wednesday, February 8, the President will travel to the Madison area of Wisconsin. He will discuss how his economic plan is creating good-paying, union jobs and delivering real results for the American people.

The President's arrival at Dane County Regional Airport will be open press. The President's remarks will be open press."

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