Biden says he won't take questions during White House address: 'Don't want anything to get in the way'

Join Fox News for access to this content Plus get unlimited access to thousands of articles, videos and more with your free account! Please enter a valid email address. By entering your email, you are agreeing to Fox News Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. To access the content, check your email and follow the instructions provided.

President Biden explicitly told reporters on Tuesday he was not taking questions during remarks he made at the White House following last week's explosive press conference.

"I'm not going to be taking any questions, but I'll be taking questions tomorrow or the next day," Biden said as he approached the podium. "But I don't want anything to get in the way of this statement."

Biden stuck to the script for roughly eight minutes, speaking about the Senate passing the $95 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, and urging House Republicans to pass the bill. He railed against those opposing the bill, saying they're "playing into Putin's hands."

He also attacked former President Trump for his recent comments about not protecting NATO allies from Russia if they haven't paid their commitments.

BIDEN LASHES OUT AT REPORTERS ASKING ABOUT AGE CONCERNS AFTER SPECIAL COUNSEL REPORT: ‘THAT’S YOUR JUDGMENT!'

Biden typically ends his speeches with "May God protect our troops." This time he said, "God bless you all. May God protect our speaker."

"And I promise I'll come back and answer questions later. Thank you," Biden added before walking away.

The president's refusal to take questions comes just days after he lashed out at several reporters following the release of Special Counsel Robert Hur's report that fueled more questions about his