Biden apologizes for federal Indian boarding schools: ‘One of the most horrific chapters in American history’

President Biden issued a formal apology for the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative, calling it one of the most shameful chapters in American history. The program forcibly removed Native American children from their families and communities to assimilate them into American culture. Biden acknowledged the harm caused by this program, including the loss of language, culture, and identity. He expressed deep regret for the government’s actions and recognized the pain and suffering endured by Native communities. The apology was long overdue and aimed to acknowledge the trauma inflicted on Native Americans during this dark period in history.