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.
Another former Biden associate pleads 5th Amendment in GOP investigation
The moves have raised eyebrows among conservatives, who allege Biden officials covered up concerns over the former president's health.
Joe Biden pardons "null and void," Ted Cruz says
Senator Ted Cruz said some of the pardons Biden issued before leaving office might not be valid.
The 1600: Is Trump losing a step?
Editor's note: This is a preview of The 1600, Newsweek's daily newsletter by politics and culture director Carlo Versano.
Joe Biden's associates pleading Fifth Amendment raises red flags
Legal experts weighed in on why Biden associates may be pleading the Fifth.
Joe Biden investigation: Second person pleads the fifth to House Oversight
Anthony Bernal, Jill Biden's former chief of staff, declined to answer questions during a closed-door deposition with House Oversight.
How Donald Trump's plan to arm Ukraine differs from Joe Biden's
Trump has put the onus on NATO members to arm Ukraine without the American taxpayer footing the bill.
GOP budget could increase energy bills for millions of Americans
Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has overhauled Biden-era renewables programs, which experts say will raise energy costs nationwide.
Trump admin's Supreme Court lawyers quit
Nearly two thirds of the DOJ unit defending key Trump cases in court have quit or are leaving their jobs, new analysis shows.
Millions of Americans could see credit scores drop
A federal judge has struck down a Biden-era rule which would have eliminated medical debt from Americans credit reports.
From Fauci to his brother: List of people Joe Biden pardoned by autopen
Facing questions about his mental acuity, the former president told The New York Times he made all clemency decisions.
Biden's legacy: What remains after Trump dismantled build back better?
Nearly six months into Trump's second term, he has passed a sweeping bill that works to erase much of Biden's policy legacy.
Trump admin drops COVID vaccine fraud charges against Utah doctor
Attorney General Pam Bondi dropped federal charges against a Utah doctor accused of faking COVID-19 vaccine cards and giving saline shots.
Donald Trump rolls back LGBTQ+ discrimination policy
Under former President Joe Biden, agencies receiving funding from the USDA's Food and Nutrition Service must investigate LBGTQ+ discrimination allegations.
Read Joe Biden doctor's full statement on refusing to testify
Dr. Kevin O'Connor cited physician-patient privilege and the right against self-incrimination under the Fifth Amendment.
What Happened to Democrats' Patriotism? | Opinion
As Americans marked the 249th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence last weekend, polling data on patriotism highlighted an alarming trend.
Biden's doctor pleads the fifth, fueling accusation of White House cover up
House Republicans have launched a broad investigation into former President Joe Biden's conduct and capacity as president.
Joe Biden's doctor set to testify over his health while president
Kevin O'Connor has asked to delay his testimony before the House Oversight Committee.
Donald Trump drops below Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton in popularity ranking
YouGov's recent ranking shows that Trump is less popular than his vice president JD Vance.
Kamala Harris' comeback hopes take a major blow
The former VP is expected to announce whether she is entering the California governor race soon. Thoughts of a national comeback may have to wait.
Attorney for Biden's ex-doctor calls House GOP's move "unprecedented"
House Republicans intensify their investigation into Biden's health and mental fitness during his time in office.
Read the infamous memo that urged Biden to debate Trump early
Senior advisers suggested the president needed the debate to quell concerns about his age and fitness.
Donald Trump second-most popular president of 21st century, poll finds
The latest Quantus Insights survey shows that Barack Obama remains the most favorably viewed U.S. president of the 21st century.
Visualizing the plunge in border crossings under Trump
June saw another major drop in border apprehensions to near-record lows.
Supreme Court Got It Right: Protect Kids From Medical Experiments | Opinion
In a landmark victory for children's health and science-based medicine, the Court upheld a Tennessee law protecting minors from harmful gender experiments.
Presidential Pardons Are a Dirty Business | Opinion
Presidential pardons reflect the sleazy reality of modern-day politics, one befitting a mob boss, not U.S presidents.
Almost half of Democrats say a third party is necessary—Poll
Nearly half of Democrats surveyed in a new YouGov poll believe a third party is necessary in the U.S.
Trump's 10 most shocking moments in 10 years — and how left, right reacted
It was a decade ago when Donald Trump descended his golden escalator to launch a quixotic presidential campaign few took seriously—one that would ultimately reshape American politics.
Trump's EPA scraps air protections in effort to revive coal power
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin claims the repeal of two Biden-era air quality rules will save money, but his own agency's data indicates high health costs.
Four senior Biden officials to testify in probe on his health: Report
House Republicans have requested for the former officials to testify in June or July.
Elon Musk's foreign visitors were tracked by US: report
Musk, who runs five companies and has sensitive government contracts, has had unprecedented access to officials across the world.