When asked about the report by reporters Wednesday afternoon, Biden said, "I have great confidence in General Milley." Earlier on Wednesday, White House press secretary Jen Psaki stated Biden has "complete confidence" in Milley. "I'm not going to add more -- speak to anonymous unconfirmed reports about conversations with limited context from here. "These conversations remain vital to improving mutual understanding of U.S. national security interests, reducing tensions, providing clarity and avoiding unintended consequences or conflict," said Butler. Pressed repeatedly on whether Biden felt Milley was acting in the national interest and whether Biden had any concerns as to whether Milley worked outside the chain of command, Psaki declined to say.

Source: CNN September 15, 2021 18:00 UTC