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). In July 2024, Biden withdrew from the presidential race and endorsed his vice president Kamala Harris to take the Democratic nomination.
Joe Biden 'full of joy' after Harris loss: Ted Cruz
The Texas senator believes Biden is taking satisfaction in Trump's win, after being pushed to withdraw from the Democrat ticket in July.
Ukraine eyes $6 billion parting gift from Joe Biden
The Biden administration will give $6 billion in military aid to Ukraine before Donald Trump's presidential inauguration in January.
Trump judge removes amnesty for illegal immigrants married to US citizens
The court found that undocumented children are costing the state of Texas over $10,000 each per school year.
Will Joe Biden pardon Hunter before he leaves the White House?
Political observers suggest the outgoing president has nothing to lose and may be ready to take the heat to spare his son a prison sentence.
Trump-appointed judge kills Biden immigration policy days after election
Trump has vowed to implement a massive immigration crackdown and deportation program during his second term.
DNC chair rips Bernie Sanders' election comment: "Straight up BS"
Sanders said the presidential election "should come as no great surprise" because Democrats "abandoned working-class people."
How Did Trump Win? Don't Overlook the Catholic Vote | Opinion
Political commentators are poring over the results to learn how Trump won. Among religious voters, the key group that helped reverse his fortunes were Catholics.
How Obama and Biden's post-election speeches compare after a Trump win
President Joe Biden spoke to the public Thursday about the transition of power and how "setbacks are unavoidable."
'The View' hosts argue about Trump's win: 'Democrats missed the moment'
"The View" hosts argued about Kamala Harris' loss as Alyssa Farah Griffin explains why Republicans backed Donald Trump, citing economic concerns over abortion.
What did Joe Biden say to Donald Trump?
President Biden on Thursday said he called President-elect Trump to congradulate him on his 2024 election win.
Joe Biden vows peaceful transition on Jan. 20
President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Thursday following Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election.
One-time Biden challenger Dean Phillips weighs in on election result
"This entire election, in my estimation, was sealed the day Joe Biden announced he was running for reelection," Phillips said.
US Jobless claims edge up but layoffs stay low amid Fed rate cuts
The Labor Department reported jobless claim applications rose by 3,000 to 221,000; fewer than the 227,000 analysts forecast.
Democrat breaks into tears live on MSNBC after Kamala Harris speech
Claire McCaskill became emotional while reacting to Vice President Harris' concession speech.
Where did the millions of Joe Biden votes go?
Kamala Harris is set to fall short of President Joe Biden's tally of 81.2 million votes four years ago.
How to watch Joe Biden address to nation today
The President will address the nation on Thursday at 11 a.m. to "discuss the election results and the transition" to Trump's second term.
Joe Biden urged to prevent death row execution spree under Trump
Thirteen inmates were put to death in an unprecedented run of federal executions in the final six months of Trump's first term.
Knives out for Kamala Harris as Democratic blame game begins
Fingers point to Harris' choice of running mate and failure to distance herself from President Joe Biden.
CNN exit poll shows Kamala Harris' one area of growth in election
Harris appears to have only improved among white college-educated voters when compared to President Biden's exit polls in 2020.
Joe Biden releases statement after Kamala Harris' election loss
The president said Harris has "been a tremendous partner" and "will continue to be a champion for all Americans."
Maybe Joe Biden was right: he could've beaten Donald Trump
The president was the only Democrat to ever defeat Trump at the ballot box, and will remain so.
Trump's victory was "thorough shellacking": Former Biden official
Biden's ex-comms director attributed Harris' loss to anti-incumbent sentiment and challenges connecting with working-class voters.
Kellyanne Conway thanks "ladies of The View" for Trump victory
"I think they helped Donald Trump," Conway said of the chat show hosts on Wednesday morning.
Nancy Pelosi to blame for Trump victory: Kevin McCarthy
The Republican suggested that former House Speaker Pelosi pushed out Joe Biden and that Kamala Harris' nomination was undemocratic
Democrats botched the election—six mistakes that led to Trump victory
From Biden's late exit from the race to angering Arab Americans, Democrats may have to look internally to determine why Trump won.
Trump Won Because America Wanted Him To | Opinion
As the Biden-Obama coalition fractured under the immense weight of its own contradictions and failures, the Trump coalition built new strengths.
Donald Trump Jr. trolls Kamala Harris in victory post
Donald Trump's son posted on X following his father's victory, mocking Kamala Harris' famous response to Joe Biden winning the 2020 election.
"Lame duck" Joe Biden faces calls to erase Russia red lines
Social media users have called on Biden to give Ukraine more in his final weeks in office.
Trump's path to victory in Pennsylvania
Trump won by huge margins in rural counties, while Harris' efforts in smaller Rust Belt counties was not large enough to secure the state.
Who has the popular vote 2024? Trump vs. Harris election results
Donald Trump has tentatively won the election against Vice President Kamala Harris.
