House Dems stand by their man

While in northern Virginia for their annual retreat, members gave President Biden refuge amid his latest firestorm. Plus: Notes on how Dems plan to tackle urgent crises in housing, child care, AI.

President Joe Biden speaks to the House Democratic Caucus Issues Conference at Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg, Va. on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Photo by Andrew Harnik/AP

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