President Joe Biden addressed an overflow crowd at the National Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Week Conference in Philadelphia, announcing a record total of over $17 billion in federal investments for HBCUs since 2021. He emphasized the importance of education in leading the world and highlighted recent grants totaling $2.7 million to eight HBCUs. Biden also condemned a recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, reiterating his stance against political violence and advocating for peaceful resolutions to differences. The upcoming presidential debate between Biden and Trump on November 5 is expected to be pivotal, with recent polls showing a tight race. Biden's administration aims to solidify its legacy in supporting HBCUs, particularly as he prepares to pass the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris, a proud HBCU alumna. As the election approaches, both candidates are vying for the undecided vote in a highly contested political landscape.