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.
Clean energy in Native communities is at risk with EPA's green bank freeze
The Trump administration's effort to claw back funding for a clean energy program has hit hard in Native communities where solar and geothermal held promise.
Pam Bondi orders dismissal of Georgia election law challenge: What to know
The lawsuit, filed in June 2021 under former President Biden, claimed the law was designed to suppress Black voter turnout.
Donald Trump trashes George Clooney: "Second rate movie star"
Trump spoke out after Clooney appeared on '60 Minutes' on Sunday.
Former US Attorney Jessica Aber found dead: What we know
Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber, 43, found dead at her Virginia home, investigation underway as colleagues mourn.
Amtrak update shows map of new rail projects
Amtrak has released an update on its ongoing rail upgrade projects.
Full list of names Donald Trump has stripped of security clearance
President Donald Trump revoked the security clearance of several former political rivals, including Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton.
First Democrat senator to turn against Biden questions Schumer's leadership
"It's important for people to know when it's time to go," Senator Michael Bennet said about the Democrats' leader in the Senate.
Donald Trump and Joe Biden's FBI Most Wanted arrests compared
Three people on the FBI's Most Wanted list have been captured in nearly two months.
Joe Biden named in JFK files: What to know
A letter in the JFK files that was sent to Joe Biden has gone viral on social media.
Why Donald Trump's claims about Joe Biden's signature could struggle
Trump claims that Biden's pardons are "vacant" and "void", experts told Newsweek otherwise.
Jan 6 panel members issue defiant messages after Donald Trump threat
Trump has said pardons issued to the members of the committee by Joe Biden were void and that members would be "subject to investigation at the highest level."
Fact Check: Did Donald Trump use an autopen for Jan 6 pardons?
A post has gone viral accusing the President of using an autopen to sign pardons, after Trump declared Biden's pardons "void" for the same reason.
Who can Donald Trump revoke Secret Service protection from? What to know
Trump cannot remove Joe Biden's protection, but may be able to do so for Hunter and Ashley Biden.
Donald Trump admits he uses autopen: "unimportant papers"
Trump said on Monday that Joe Biden's 11th hour pardons were "void, vacant and of no further effect" because he allegedly used an autopen.
Trump revokes Hunter Biden's Secret Service detail, "effective immediately"
In a post to Truth Social on Monday, the president said he was revoking Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden.
AOC reflects Democrats' "core values" more than Harris, Newsom: poll
In a new poll by CNN released on Sunday, AOC polled higher than the large group of Democrats.
Can Donald Trump legally void Joe Biden's pardons? What to know
Trump said his predecessor's 11th-hour pardons were "void, vacant and of no further force or effect" due to the alleged use of an autopen.
Joe Biden autopen drama explained
Donald Trump is attempting to nullify pardons signed by Biden as he claims they were signed with an autopen, despite autopens being legally binding.
Donald Trump, Elon Musk share stranded astronaut video ahead of return
In the clip, NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore expresses respect and admiration for Trump and Musk.
Donald Trump sends warning to enemies as he says Biden pardons void
Donald Trump has said that Joe Biden's pardons of members of Congress who investigated the January 6 insurrection are "void, vacant and of no further effect."
Lauren Boebert reacts to Trump getting hit in the face by microphone
"She just made television tonight," President Trump quipped about the incident, referring to the reporter involved.
How many executive orders has Donald Trump signed compared to Joe Biden?
Donald Trump has signed 89 executive orders in his second term—more than double Biden at the same point in his first term.
Major Social Security changes in March 2025—and how it affects you
Learn about the sweeping changes to Social Security in March 2025, from major policy reforms impacting millions to heightened enforcement measures.
Donald Trump's approval rating after 50 days compared to Joe Biden
Donald Trump's approval rating currently stands at 48 percent, lower than Joe Biden's at the same point in his presidency.
How Donald Trump's stock market performance compares to Joe Biden
The actions and statements of the 47th president have resulted in significant market volatility since his return to the White House.
Donald Trump Is No Andrew Jackson—Or Even Richard Nixon | Opinion
Do past mistakes justify new ones? Some supporters of President Donald Trump's Administration are pointing to historical illegalities to justify the current ones.
Pentagon officials "mystified" by drone incursions, new clip teases
The late-2024 drone sightings remain shrouded in mystery, despite the White House's assertion that these were authorized flights.
Joe Biden's "autopen" signatures spark MAGA anger: "Null and void"
A report allegedly revealing Biden's use of an autopen to sign White House documents resurfaced concerns over his mental decline.
Lindsey Graham's warning over abandoning Ukraine—"Worse than Afghanistan"
The GOP senator warned that pulling out of Ukraine would be "worse than Afghanistan," adding that he would give Kyiv "what they need."
Climate group sues EPA over frozen billions in bank accounts
Climate United was awarded money under the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund last year but said its bank account has been frozen for weeks.