GOP Account Attacks Joe Biden For (Checks Notes) Celebrating Halloween

It looks like the Republican Party has declared war on Halloween. Or at least the way the president celebrates it.
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Republicans love to falsely claim there’s a war on Christmas, but it looks like the GOP is waging war on Halloween.

Or at least the way Joe Biden celebrates it.

The president and first lady invited a group of children to go trick-or-treating at the White House on Monday night — and @RNCResearch, a social media page that targets various Democratic politicians, felt obliged to post clips of the Bidens handing out candy to kids.

The people behind the GOP account, in their infinite wisdom, somehow thought the clips would make the president look bad.

Instead, he looked human.

The first clip went after Jill Biden for explaining she was dressed up as Willow, the White House cat.

The second clip attempted to make Biden look out of touch for not answering a jokey question about his costume.

The third clip mocked the president for acting “scared” by a kid’s costume and dropping some candy.

The next clip made fun of Biden for looking distracted while his wife organized a picture with trick-or-treaters.

The RNC Research account then scrutinized Biden for pretending to eat a fake ice cream cone.

The final clip did “get” Biden a little bit since it showed him coughing into his hand before handing out more candy to kids.

Many people on X, formerly known as Twitter, weren’t impressed with RNC Research’s “findings.” 

One commenter said the clips just proved that those behind the account have “never been loved or invited to things.”

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Weird Halloween Costumes 2023
Taylor Swift Travis Kelce Couples Costume(01 of36)
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If you're doing a couples costume, why not make it this season's power couple: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift? (credit:3Wishes.com)
Botched Surgery Costume(02 of36)
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What do you do when you want a sexy Halloween costume that will also gross people out? I give you the Botched Surgery Costume. (credit:US.Smiffys.com)
Bud Light Couples Costume(03 of36)
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The year's dumbest controversy is now perhaps its most polarizing couples costume. (credit:RastaImposta.com)
Dumpster Fire Costume(04 of36)
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One of the most popular metaphors of the last eight years is now a hot Halloween costume. Presenting the Dumpster Fire. (credit:Costumes.com)
Ulility Pole Couples Costume(05 of36)
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"What are you guys?"
"A couple of pole dancers."
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Ceiling Fan Costume(06 of36)
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"So what are you, anyway?"
"I'm a ceiling fan."
"A ceiling fan?"
"Oh .... I think I see someone from long ago in my past and I must go and pretend to have a conversation with them."
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Chicken Nuggets And Dipping Sauce Toddler Costume(07 of36)
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Your little nugget will love dressing up as a deep fried piece of processed chicken and lab-created sauce -- until they are teenagers and you bring out the photos to show their friends. (credit:Costumes.com)
Sexy Ronald McDonald(08 of36)
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Ronald McDonald in a new sexy version for Halloween? They're not clowning around! (credit:3Wishes.com)
Sexy Unicorn Guy Costume(09 of36)
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If you don't mind people asking if you're horny, then this Unicorn outfit will fit the bill. (credit:Starline.LA)
Before, During And After You Bathroom Trio Costume(10 of36)
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Think going to Halloween as a threesome is potentially awkward? Up the ante by dressing up as a discarded toilet tube, toilet paper and, of course, a giant dookie. (credit:RastaImposta.com)
E.T. In Bike Basket Dog Costume(11 of36)
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Pets apparently like nothing more than doing cosplay for their owner's most beloved childhood movies. This E.T. in Bike Basket Costume will also give Dad a chance to make stupid jokes like, "Is he going to bone home?" (credit:Costumes.com)
Eat-A-Weed Gummies Costume(12 of36)
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Sure, everyone loves the person who wears the Pot Gummies costume for Halloween. Just make sure you don't hand any real gummies to trick-or-treaters. (credit:RastaImposta.com)
Sexy Rosie The Riveter(13 of36)
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Want a sexy costume that also pays tribute to the women who worked in factories during World War II? Meet Rosie the Riveter. (credit:Starline.LA)
Magic 8-Ball Costume(14 of36)
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Every Halloween party needs a bad influence. Since this Magic 8-Ball Costume only gives one answer — "without a doubt" — there's a good chance people could turn to you looking for encouragement to do things they probably shouldn't. Remember: with a great costume comes great responsibility. (credit:Costumes.com)
Kale Salad And Ranch Dressing Couples Costume(15 of36)
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In every close relationship, there's a person who cares about health and a person who cares about taste. Show off your different sides by dressing up as a piece of kale and ranch dressing. (credit:RastaImposta.com)
Surprise (But Pixelated) Flasher(16 of36)
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Want to wear a provocative costume that won't get you arrested for public indecency? This "Surprise Flasher" will get you lots of attention, but, thankfully, no dressing-down. (credit:3Wishes.com)
Doggy Rocky Balboa Costume(17 of36)
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Even the most chill canine will feel the "Eye of the Tiger" in this Rocky Balboa dog costume. (credit:Costumes.com)
Venus Fly Trap Costume(18 of36)
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This Venus Fly Trap costume will definitely grab eyeballs. (credit:Costumes.com)
'Price Is Right' Contestant 4-Pack Costume(19 of36)
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If you're celebrating Halloween as a foursome, turn it into a Bob Barker tribute with the "Price Is Right" Contestant 4-Pack Costume. When they hand out prizes for best costume, don't be surprised if the judges say, "Come on down!" (credit:RastaImposta.com)
Sexy Patrick Star Costume(20 of36)
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In recent years, costumes that are made to be a "sexier" version of a popular kids show have become popular. This year, Patrick Star from "SpongeBob Squarepants" is getting the sexy reboot. (credit:SpiritHalloween.com)
Kung Fu Tea Boba Costume(21 of36)
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If you love tea drinks, dressing up as a glass of boba tea could be a real treat. (credit:SpiritHalloween.com)
Parent/Child Secret Service POTUS Costume(22 of36)
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Just had a kid and want to show them to the world as safely as possible? This Secret Service Parenting Costume is just the ticket! (credit:PartyCity.com)
Billie Eilish Costume(23 of36)
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If you want to dress up as one of pop's biggest singers, no one will bat an Eilish. (credit:PartyCity.com)
Charcuterie Board Costume(24 of36)
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Everybody who likes dressing up for Halloween is a little bit of a ham. With this charcuterie board costume, you can add some cheese and salami to the mix as well. (credit:PartyCity.com)
Sexy Vampire Costume(25 of36)
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This sexy vampire costume is perfect for the person who realizes you can't have a vampire without "vamp." (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Sexy 'Red Super Plumber' Costume(26 of36)
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"It's a-me, Mario! And its-a more than I typically show." (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Sexy Caution Tape Costume(27 of36)
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Wearing this Halloween costume will ensure that people approach you with caution. (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Hammer Costume(28 of36)
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This can be a fun costumeif you're willing to put up with jokes about "MC Hammer" and getting nailed. (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Inflatable Broccoli(29 of36)
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Sure, Halloween is all about candy, but your little health nut may want to spread the message about what a proper diet really means with this inflatable Broccoli costume. Or not. (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Baby '80s Workout Outfit(30 of36)
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This 80s-themed workout costume will not only introduce your child to fitness (good!), but it will also give them a taste of the bizarre fitness fashions of that decade (not so good!). (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Traffic Cone(31 of36)
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If you want a Halloween costume that really stops traffic, this orange traffic cone probably isn't it, but it will certainly slow things down, right? (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Moscow Mule(32 of36)
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Planning to party hard on Halloween? Having a costume that is basically your drink order is the most efficient way to roll. No word, just point. (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Brontosaurus(33 of36)
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This dinosaur costume is not only great for Halloween, but also perfect if you're one of the many dozens of people who enjoy engaging in the "Land Before Time" cosplay. (We see you!) (credit:HalloweenCostumes.com)
Guinea Pig Taco Costume(34 of36)
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Trust us: If your guinea pig is a little shy, this taco costume will help them come out of their shell. (credit:Petco.com)
Bearded Dragon Sushi Costume(35 of36)
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There's nothing fishy about wanting to dress up your bearded dragon like a piece of sushi. (credit:Petco.com)
Cat Pirate Costume(36 of36)
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Be honest: Just the words "kitty pirate costume" probably sent some of you to click on the link without thinking. (credit:Petco.com)