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.
Netanyahu Is Paying in Others' Blood to Buy Himself More Time | Opinion
Ten months after the Oct. 7 massacre which sparked a devastating war in Gaza, the Middle East is teetering on the edge of an even wider conflict.
White House says both Israel and Hamas stand in way of ceasefire deal
"We believe that both sides need to do the final bit of work here to come to a conclusion on this thing," John Kirby said.
Texas judge prepares Supreme Court for new case
A Texas judge says the case over the legality of Gov. Greg Abbott's buoy barriers is likely headed to the Supreme Court.
Texas Democrat Endorses Ted Cruz
In his mission to become senator for a third term, Ted Cruz seeks to gain support from Democrats in November and revamp his image.
What Harris Means to Me as a Black Female Political Organizer | Opinion
July 2024, arguably, was the most transfixing month of American presidential politics in over half a century.
Donald Trump suggests Biden may try to "take back the nomination"
Trump ponders the chances that Biden "crashes" the Democratic National Convention.
A Trump Presidency Is the Best Chance for Peace in Ukraine | Opinion
Last month, Volodymyr Zelensky publicly challenged Donald J. Trump to outline his plan for bringing peace to Europe.
Donald Trump's health is of increasing concern to voters
A Morning Consult survey shows that fewer voters believe Trump is in "good health" now that Joe Biden is out of the 2024 race.
Biden admin to invest $2.2 billion to revamp nation's power grids
The Department of Energy announced a large investment to address the nation's increasing energy demands.
Why Kamala Harris picked Tim Walz, per her ex-media chief
Walz represents a more "cuddly choice" than Josh Shapiro and Mark Kelly, Harris' former communications director told CNN.
Donald Trump says extremely violent Venezuelan capital is 'very safe'
Trump made a series of claims about Venezuela when asked during an interview with Adin Ross about his thoughts on the country.
Kamala Harris running mate update: New favorite emerges before announcement
Kamala Harris is expected to announce her 2024 running mate later on Tuesday.
Kamala Harris gets polling boost before naming her VP
The vice president is expected to announce her running mate on Tuesday.
Donald Trump takes new swipe at Kamala Harris
Trump targets Harris with "Kamabla" nickname, criticizes her policies on policing and fracking as 2024 campaign intensifies.
Nancy Pelosi says she has not spoken to Joe Biden since he dropped out
Pelosi did not directly urge Biden to leave the race but some have suggested that she was behind a Democratic pressure campaign.
Clarence Thomas faces questions as new flights revealed
Supreme Court Justice Thomas failed to disclose a 2010 private jet trip, sparking renewed ethics concerns and calls for reform.
Residents in this state can now earn up to $14,000 in federal rebate
United States Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm announced the new program on Friday.
Hillary Clinton campaign chief delivers VP advice to Harris
Robby Mook advised Vice President Kamala Harris to choose a running mate based on personal chemistry rather than strategy.
Joe Biden's top economic adviser leaving White House
Joe Biden paid tribute to Gene Sperling after he announced he was leaving the White House to work on Kamala Harris's campaign.
Kamala Harris vice president update: Only two candidates remain
Harris has reportedly cut one person from her list of candidates on the eve of her announcement.
Hospitality union backs Kamala Harris—despite Trump's overture
The hospitality workers' union UNITE HERE endorsed Harris and will actively campaign for the vice president in swing states.
Donald Trump no longer trying to take credit for stock market
Trump has previously claimed good market conditions under Joe Biden as his own victory.
Staff fired for dressing up as Border Patrol agents at school
Two staff members were seen wearing gray T-shirts reading "U.S. Border Patrol" in front of a fake brick wall at a school event in South Carolina last week.
Nancy Pelosi delighted that Trump chose JD Vance as his running mate
In a new interview, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi addressed various topics, including her thoughts on Trump's VP pick.
MAGA rages at proposal to put Joe Biden on Mount Rushmore
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi made the suggestion during an interview with CBS News.
Neil Gorsuch issues two-word warning about Joe Biden's Supreme Court plan
Biden last month released a new three-part plan to reform the nation's Highest Court, calling for there to be term limits on justices, among other plans.
Former RNC chair says Donald Trump "afraid" of Kamala Harris
"He's afraid of the Black woman who's now running for president because he don't know how to handle that," Michael Steele said on Sunday.
Fox host asks JD Vance about critics saying he's "wrong pick" for Trump
The Ohio senator said he takes criticism of Donald Trump choosing him as his running mate "as a badge of honor."
Mary Trump shares the "quite simple" truth about Donald Trump
The former president's estranged niece wrote that her uncle "is a bully who has no business getting anywhere near the White House."
Donald Trump's message for Putin draws rebuke from critics
During a Saturday campaign rally, the former president spoke about the recent prisoner exchange between the United States and Russia as he congratulated Putin.
