Joe Biden
Updates on Joe Biden, the 46th president of the United States. Elected president in 2020, he previously served as the 47th vice president under President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017. Before that he represented Delaware in the U.S. Senate from 1973 to 2009. Married to Dr. Jill Biden since 1977, he is the father of four children, daughters Naomi (died in 1972) and Ashley, and sons Hunter and Beau (died in 2015).
Alex Jones Questions Texas School Shooting: 'Very Opportunistic'
Alex Jones said Joe Biden was politicizing the Robb Elementary School shooting and suggested guns were not the problem.
Stacey Abrams' Chances of Beating Brian Kemp in Georgia, According to Polls
The Democratic gubernatorial candidate and the Republican governor will face off in a rematch. Abrams narrowly lost to Kemp in 2018.
Uvalde Suspect Salvador Ramos Trans Claims—What We Do Know, What We Don't
Salvador Ramos, the suspect in the horrific school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, was labeled as trans and an undocumented immigrant despite the lack of evidence.
Republicans Have a New Answer to School Shootings: 'Harden These Targets'
Man traps, arming teachers, and less doors have all being cited by Republicans as way to combat school shootings instead of stricter gun laws.
Donald Trump To Speak at Texas NRA Meeting 3 Days After School Shooting
The former president, Greg Abbott and Ted Cruz are still scheduled to appear at event being held days after the Robb Elementary School massacre.
What Are The Texas Gun Laws? Lawmakers Made It Easier To Carry Firearms
A closer look into Texas Gun Laws, and how post 2017-2019 shootings, Texas lawmakers made it easier to buy guns.
Exclusive: Russia's Air War in Ukraine is a Total Failure, New Data Show
Russia has fired more missiles in the Ukraine war than have been fired by any country in any conflict since WWII—and has shockingly little to show for it.
Joe Biden's Speech on Texas School Shooting: Full Transcript
The president appeared to take aim at gun manufacturers for spending "two decades aggressively marketing assault weapons."
Obama Joins Biden's Call to Action Against 'Gun Lobby' Following Shooting
In contrast to Biden and Obama, former President Donald Trump is expected to headline an NRA conference in Texas days after the shooting.
Ted Cruz Says Biden 'Endangers' U.S. with 'Incoherent' Taiwan Comments
"I think anytime the president is rambling and incoherent, it endangers America and endangers our allies," Cruz told Newsweek.
George W. Bush Assassination Plot Puts Spotlight on Border Fight
Forbes wrote that an alleged ISIS operative wanted to smuggle accomplices into the country from Mexico to help kill the former president.
On Taiwan, Biden's China Actions Speak Louder Than His Gaffes
"We could actually provoke a Chinese strike against Taiwan," an expert told Newsweek, "rather than deterring the attack.
Joe Biden, Emboldened by Russia's Failures, Gets Aggressive Toward China
The president has said U.S. policy on Taiwan hasn't changed despite stronger rhetoric during his trip to Asia.
Donald Trump Suggests Nuclear War 'More Likely To Happen Than Not'
"China up next?" asked Trump, who said President Biden's recent remarks have made nuclear war more likely.
Biden's Taiwan Policy: Overruled by China—and the White House
The specificity of Biden's Tokyo comments clearly indicate he meant what he said.
Joe Biden Says No Change in U.S. Ambiguity on Taiwan Defense
A day earlier, the president seemed to pledge a military defense of Taiwan which broke with four decades of deliberate uncertainty about an American response.
What Is President Biden's Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
A deep dive into Biden's economic strategy in the Indo-Pacific region, and what this means for U.S relations with China, and U.S relations internationally.
Donald Trump and Joe Biden Will Both Be Big Losers from Georgia Primary
Governor Brian Kemp has maintained a strong lead over GOP challenger and former Senator David Perdue.
Backlash as Biden Says High Gas Prices Are Part of 'Incredible Transition'
The president was panned for downplaying the high price at the pump and seeming to suggest it'll hasten clean-energy development.
China-U.S. Relationship Like Titanic Headed for Iceberg: State Media Says
The Global Times said the U.S. is trying to soften its support of the One China Policy regarding Taiwan.
Republicans Pressure Biden to Commit to War With China Over Taiwan
"Twice @POTUS has said America would defend Taiwan if invaded, and twice the White House has walked it back," GOP Senator Rick Scott tweeted.
Putin and His Harshest Critics Land on Time's Influential People List
Imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny wrote about Russia's president in the magazine's issue, calling him an "evil madman."
Five Joe Biden Remarks That Sparked White House Scrambles
White House officials have moved swiftly to clarify President's Biden's comments on topics including Taiwan, Putin and Ukraine.
Joe Biden Is Using Putin Sanctions to Prevent War With China
The U.S. president said the sanctions on Russia serve as a warning to China about what would happen if it tries to take Taiwan by force.
When Is Memorial Day and How Is It Observed? Traditions for Decoration Day
The national holiday remembers the lives of those who died defending their country during the Civil War.
Congress, White House Can Provide Relief from High Oil and Drug Prices
Drugs aren't expensive because they cost so much to make, or even because it takes a lot of money to invent a new pharmaceutical. They are expensive because Big Pharma benefits from monopoly protections.
How To Get Baby Formula, As First Overseas Shipment Arrives In U.S.
A shipment carrying 78,000 pounds of specialty formula for children with cow's milk protein allergies arrived in the U.S. as part of "Operation Fly Formula."
Why Joe Biden 'I Did That' Gas Pump Stickers Are Appearing Everywhere
The stickers have increased in prominence at pumps around the county as gas prices continue to reach all time highs.
China Tells Joe Biden 'No Room for Compromise' on Taiwan
The U.S. leader earlier said China was "flirting with danger" in its aggressive policy towards the self-governing island.
Biden Says U.S. Would Defend Taiwan if China Invaded: 'Commitment We Made'
China has not ruled out using military force to achieve its ambitions with Taiwan, but the U.S. continues to support Taiwan's autonomy.
