Biden to Honor McCain Legacy with New Library and Museum in Arizona

President Biden plans to announce federal funding for a library and museum honoring late Senator John McCain.
The announcement will come during a speech in Arizona focused on defending democracy against extremist threats.
The library will be affiliated with Arizona State University and house McCain's papers.
Biden hopes embracing McCain's legacy will appeal to anti-Trump Republicans in a battleground state.
McCain's widow will join Biden at the announcement along with other McCain relatives and Arizona leaders.

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