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Joe Biden
Joseph Robinette Biden Jr., born on November 20, 1942, is an American politician and member of the Democratic Party who served as the 46th President of the United States from January 20, 2021, to January 20, 2025. Before becoming President, he served as the 47th Vice President under President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017 and was a long-serving U.S. Senator from Delaware between 1973 and 2009. Biden announced in 2024 that he would not seek a second term, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor.
Early Life and EducationJoe Biden was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and later moved to Delaware with his family. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware in 1965, followed by a law degree from Syracuse University College of Law in 1968. He worked as an attorney before entering politics.
Political Career: Senate and Vice Presidency- At age 29, Biden became one of the youngest individuals ever elected to the U.S. Senate. During his long Senate tenure, he chaired key committees such as the Senate Judiciary Committee and the Foreign Relations Committee. He was instrumental in the passage of several landmark bills, including the Violence Against Women Act.
- In 2008, he was selected as Barack Obama’s running mate and went on to serve two terms as Vice President of the United States, where he played a significant role in foreign policy and economic recovery efforts after the 2008 financial crisis.
- Joe Biden took office as the 46th President of the United States on January 20, 2021, becoming the oldest person to ever assume the presidency. His administration focused on combating the COVID-19 pandemic, economic recovery, infrastructure development, and addressing climate change. Key legislative wins included the American Rescue Plan and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
- By mid-2024, Biden faced growing concerns over his age and leadership effectiveness. Following a poor debate performance and mounting pressure from within his party, he announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Joe Biden married Neilia Hunter in 1966. Tragically, Neilia and their infant daughter Naomi were killed in a car accident in 1972. He later married Jill Jacobs in 1977, a lifelong educator. Together, they have a daughter, Ashley Biden. His son Beau Biden, a former Delaware Attorney General, died of brain cancer in 2015. His other son, Hunter Biden, has been involved in business and has faced legal and personal challenges in the public eye.
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I am firmly committed to staying in this race, to running this race to the end, and to beating Donald Trump,said Joe Biden
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