Olympic, Paralympic athletes visit White House (6 images)

President Joe Biden receives an Olympic and Paralympic jacket an event celebrating the 2024 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington on September 30, 2024. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Biden shakes hands with Paralympic athletes. In the Paralympic Games, Team USA finished third overall in the medal standings, earning 36 gold, 42 silver and 27 bronze for a total of 105. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Biden receives an Olympic and Paralympic jacket from members of the United States National teams. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI

Biden stands with U.S. Olympic Swimmer Torri Huske. Team USA’s Olympic team led in overall medals, with 126 in total. That included 40 golds, 44 silver and 42 bronze. Huske captured five medals in Paris this year, including three gold, Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI