LATEST: There's been 'steady progress' on evacuations in Kabul, Pentagon spokesperson said at a Friday press conference.
Biden addresses the nation, says 'Any American who wants to come home, we will get you home.'
President Joe Biden speaks about the evacuation of American citizens, their families, SIV applicants and vulnerable Afghans in the East Room of the White House, Aug. 20, 2021, in Washington. Biden has faced fierce criticism for the withdrawal from Afghanistan and has defiantly defended his decision to withdraw all troops by Aug. 31.
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