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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.
- Iranian hackers targeted WhatsApp accounts of staffers in Biden, Trump administrations, Meta says
Meta said it discovered the network of hackers, who posed as tech support agents for companies including AOL, Microsoft, Yahoo and Google, after individuals who received the suspicious WhatsApp messages reported them. Meta’s investigators linked the activity to the same network blamed for the hacking incident reported by Trump’s campaign.
- Kamala Harris' multiracial roots represent America's demographic shift
Kamala Harris, daughter of Jamaican and Indian immigrants, embodies the U.S.'s evolving demographics. Accepting the Democratic nomination, she represents the growing multiracial population, now 13% of Americans.
- DNC Closing Day: Democrats conclude their convention with their new standard bearer, Kamala Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris will close the Democratic National Convention, accepting the presidential nomination and outlining her vision while critiquing Donald Trump, following President Biden's endorsement of her as his successor.
- '...Not a response to any single entity, country, or threat': US allays fears on secret nuclear strategy
The White House clarified that President Biden's newly approved classified nuclear strategy targets no specific country, despite reports suggesting a shift towards countering China's arsenal. The strategy remains consistent with the 2022 Nuclear Posture Review.
- Beijing 'seriously concerned' amid reports of Biden approving US nuclear strategic plan focusing China
China is seriously concerned about a report that said the United Stated approved a nuclear strategic plan to focus on China's rapid expansion in its nuclear arsenal, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Wednesday.
- Gaza ceasefire talks: Hamas calls Biden's 'back away' remark 'misleading'
Biden, responding to questions on a ceasefire deal, said: "Israel says they can work it out, they're prepared. But I was told Hamas is now backing off."
- US Polls 2024: Trump faces criticism for campaigning in Michigan town with Ku Klux Klan ties
Trump will visit Howell, Michigan, to discuss "crime and safety" a month after a white supremacist rally there. Democrats accuse his campaign of exploiting racial tensions.
- Democratic National Convention, Day 1: Biden's exit, Clinton's glass ceiling, Gaza protests mark key takeaways
The DNC's first night featured Hillary Clinton advocating for a female president and Joe Biden criticising Trump while addressing Gaza war protesters near the venue.
- 'Gave you my best, America': President Biden bids emotional farewell, passes the torch to Harris
Biden described Harris as his "best decision" in his political career, stating, "I love the job, but I love my country more," explaining his decision to withdraw from the 2024 race while defending his record in office.
- Kamala Harris hails Biden in surprise Democratic convention appearance
In the space of a few breathtaking weeks, America's first female, Black, and South Asian vice president has turned the presidential race upside down, breathing new life into the Democratic Party and wiping out Republican rival Donald Trump's lead in the polls.
- Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago: Day one agenda and highlights
The Democratic National Convention starts in Chicago on Monday, celebrating Vice President Kamala Harris’s historic nomination and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. President Biden, who recently stepped aside, will address the convention, which will also feature a ceremonial roll call.
- US Polls 2024: DNC start date, full schedule and livestreaming details
The 2024 Democratic National Convention kicks off Monday in Chicago, featuring President Biden's address, and includes speeches from Obama, Clinton, Walz, and Jason Carter, honouring Biden’s endorsement of Harris.
- As talks continue, Biden says Gaza truce deal 'closer' than ever
US President Joe Biden stated on Friday that a ceasefire deal in the Gaza war is closer than ever, following Washington's efforts to bridge differences between Israel and Hamas during talks in Doha.
- Iranian hackers trying to target Trump, Biden-Harris campaigns, says Google
The report confirms that hackers have aimed at the personal email accounts of several people involved with President Biden, former President Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris, who recently replaced Biden as the Democratic candidate.
- 'Complexity of modern day equipment': Trump blames technical glitch for slurred speech in Musk interview
Donald Trump addressed concerns over his slurred speech in an interview with Elon Musk, attributing it to technical issues rather than health problems, amid ongoing debates about political figures' health.
- Biden calls Ukraine incursion 'a real dilemma for Putin'
Answering questions from reporters upon arrival in New Orleans, Biden said he has been briefed every four to five hours for the last six to eight days on Ukraine’s action.
- Elon Musk invites Kamala Harris for interview after unscripted chat with Trump
Musk's statement comes soon after he wrapped up a "no limits" conversation with Trump which commenced after a 40-minute delay.
- Joe Biden's exit from White House race was due to a 'coup' after debate debacle, claims Trump
Trump, mocking Biden as "sleepy Joe," criticised the President's foreign policy and highlighted his own strong rapport with Vladimir Putin, asserting that he had warned the Russian President against initiating an invasion.
- 'Didn't want to create...': Joe Biden reveals why he dropped out of US presidential race
During a conversation with the CBS Sunday Morning, Biden said that he had "no serious problem" with his health, but added that the highest priority had to be defeating former President Trump.
- Kamala Harris gains ground in key battleground States, continues her fundraising spree
Harris and her running mate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz addressed more than 12,000 Nevadans – one of the largest political rallies in modern Nevada political history. The rally marked the final stop on a weeklong tour of battleground states launched after she picked Walz to be her running mate.