Commander no longer at the White House after string of biting incidents
“Commander is not presently on the White House campus while next steps are evaluated," Elizabeth Alexander, the first lady’s communications director, said.
The Bidens' dog Commander is “not presently on the White House campus,” the White House said, after it was revealed the dog had bitten Secret Service agents on several occasions.
“The President and First Lady care deeply about the safety of those who work at the White House and those who protect them every day. They remain grateful for the patience and support of the U.S. Secret Service and all involved, as they continue to work through solutions,” Elizabeth Alexander, the first lady’s communications director, said in a statement to POLITICO. “Commander is not presently on the White House campus while next steps are evaluated.”
The German shepherd is the second Biden pup to leave the White House after incidents of biting. Major, the Bidens' other dog, was sent to live with friends after two biting incidents, according to The Washington Post.
Commander’s departure comes after CNN reported that the number of biting instances between Commander and White House staff was above the 11 incidents the Secret Service confirmed in July.
In July, emails obtained by a conservative watchdog agency revealed that Commander had bitten several Secret Service agents — sending one to the hospital — and exhibited “aggressive behavior” in at least 10 incidents since he took residence in the White House in December 2021. The White House said Commander would be receiving more training following that report.
