Biden hosts Houston Astros at White House for World Series win celebration
President Joe Biden hosted the 2022 World Series champion Houston Astros to celebrate the team's win on Monday, and focused on their work off the field, particularly in the wake of the Uvalde, Texas, school shooting. The Astros beat the Philadelphia Phillies in November to win the 2022 World Series. Their win came about six months after the shooting rampage at Uvalde's Robb Elementary School left 21 dead. "You stepped up helping those most in need. And it matters -- don't underestimate it, guys. It's an American thing to do. You showed up for the people in Uvalde when they needed it most," Biden said. Biden said the community was devastated, and the team stepped up to offer support. "You showed up. You spent time with the surviving students. You gave them hope, you played ball in the park with them, you signed jerseys with the names of the children that were lost on them," Biden said. While the Astros were there to celebrate their athletic accomplishment, Biden continued to...
