Former President Joe Biden attended a Juneteenth celebration at the Reedy Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Galveston, Texas. During the event, he emphasized unity and the significance of Juneteenth, marking 160 years since the emancipation of enslaved people. Biden spoke out against efforts to erase history, taking implicit jabs at former President Trump. The occasion drew significant local preparations, reflecting the importance of the celebration in honoring Black history as an integral part of American history.