By Free Republic | Created at 2024-11-17 21:52:49 | Updated at 2024-11-18 00:37:03
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Biden makes historic visit to Amazon rainforest, declares International Conservation Day
The Hill ^ | Nov 17, 2024 | Lauren Irwin
Posted on 11/17/2024 1:51:51 PM PST by McGruff
President Biden made a historic visit to the Amazon rainforest Sunday to view the Amazon River and the ongoing effects of climate change.
With his visit Sunday, Biden became the first sitting American president to set foot in the Amazon rainforest.
After an aerial tour to view the ecosystems and deforestation, Biden said he was proud to visit the region.
He signed a U.S. proclamation designating Nov. 17 as International Conservation Day.
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