Biden's Friendsgiving Visit Highlights Staten Island's Divide

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden's visit to Staten Island on Monday for a Friendsgiving event with service members at Fort Wadsworth has drawn both excitement and frustration among residents. The visit marks the first presidential appearance on the island since Barack Obama in 2012, and extensive preparations have been made, including road closures and NYPD barricades, particularly along Father Capodanno Boulevard. While some residents welcomed the chance to see the president, others expressed concern over traffic disruptions and business impacts due to the closures. The Bidens' itinerary includes traveling from JFK Airport to Staten Island via helicopter, and their motorcade will cause further congestion in the area. This visit is part of Dr. Jill Biden's Joining Forces initiative to support military families. The trip also highlights the politically divided sentiment on the island, with visible support for both Biden and former President Trump evident in the community.