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Biden to speak at White House Diwali reception


FILE - President Joe Biden arrives at Delaware Air National Guard Base in New Castle, Del., Oct. 26, 2024.
FILE - President Joe Biden arrives at Delaware Air National Guard Base in New Castle, Del., Oct. 26, 2024.

U.S. President Joe Biden is set to speak Monday at a Diwali celebration at the White House.

The festival symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and is celebrated by Hindus, Jains and Sikhs around the world, especially in India.

Monday’s reception marks the latest in a line of presidential celebrations of Diwali that goes back to President George W. Bush's time in office.

Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump also held Diwali celebrations.

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