Full History Of Joe Biden In Timeline From 1934

1934: First Election Since 1934 with No State Legislative Chamber Losses

The 2022 midterm election was the first since 1934 in which the president's party lost no state legislative chambers.

November 20, 1942: Birth of Joe Biden

On November 20, 1942, Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. was born. He would later become the 46th president of the United States.

1946: Family Moved to Garden City, New York

In 1946, Joe Biden's family purchased a home in Garden City, New York.

1953: Family Moved to Claymont, Delaware

In 1953, when Biden was ten years old, his family moved to an apartment in Claymont, Delaware.

1961: Graduated from Archmere Academy

In 1961, Joe Biden graduated from Archmere Academy.

1965: Graduated from University of Delaware

In 1965, Biden graduated from the University of Delaware.

August 27, 1966: Marriage to Neilia Hunter

On August 27, 1966, Joe Biden married Neilia Hunter in a Catholic church in Skaneateles, New York.

1968: Graduated from Syracuse University College of Law

In 1968, Biden graduated from Syracuse University College of Law.

1968: Clerked at a law firm

In 1968, Joe Biden clerked at a law firm headed by William Prickett and self-identified as a Republican.

1968: Earned Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law

In 1968, Joe Biden earned a Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law.

1968: Received Conditional Medical Deferment

In 1968, Joe Biden received a conditional medical deferment from the draft based on a physical examination.

1968: Incumbent Decline to Run

In 2024, after Joe Biden withdrew his candidacy, it was the first time an eligible incumbent had declined to run for reelection since 1968.

1968: Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election was compared to Johnson's withdrawal

Joe Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election was compared to Lyndon B. Johnson's withdrawal from the 1968 presidential election.

1969: Practiced law in Wilmington, Delaware

In 1969, Joe Biden began practicing law as a public defender in Wilmington, Delaware, later joining a firm headed by Sid Balick and starting his own firm, Biden and Walsh.

1969: Admitted to the Delaware Bar

In 1969, Joe Biden was admitted to the Delaware bar.

1970: Ran for New Castle County Council seat

In 1970, Joe Biden ran for the fourth district seat on the New Castle County Council on a liberal platform.

1970: Elected to New Castle County Council

In 1970, Joe Biden was elected to the New Castle County Council.

January 5, 1971: Took office on New Castle County Council

On January 5, 1971, Joe Biden took office on the New Castle County Council.

December 18, 1972: Death of wife and daughter

On December 18, 1972, Joe Biden's wife, Neilia, and one-year-old daughter, Naomi, were killed in a car accident. His sons Beau and Hunter were injured.

1972: Elected U.S. Senator from Delaware

In 1972, Joe Biden defeated Republican incumbent J. Caleb Boggs to become the junior U.S. Senator from Delaware.

1972: Elected to the U.S. Senate

In 1972, Joe Biden was elected to the U.S. Senate.

January 1, 1973: End of term in the New Castle County Council

On January 1, 1973, Joe Biden's term in the New Castle County Council came to an end.

1973: Elected to the U.S. Senate

In 1973, Joe Biden began his service as a United States Senator representing Delaware.

1974: Described his political positions

In 1974, Joe Biden described himself as liberal on civil rights and liberties, senior citizens' concerns, and healthcare, but conservative on other issues, including abortion and military conscription.

1975: Met Jill Tracy Jacobs

In 1975, Joe Biden met Jill Tracy Jacobs on a blind date.

1976: Endorsed Jimmy Carter

In 1976, Joe Biden became the first U.S. senator to endorse Governor Jimmy Carter for president in the Democratic primary.

1976: Supported measure forbidding federal funds for busing

In 1976, Joe Biden supported a measure forbidding the use of federal funds for transporting students beyond the school closest to them.

1976: Used Passage by Hubert Humphrey

Two years prior to August 1987 Joe Biden used a 1976 passage by Hubert Humphrey in a speech.

June 17, 1977: Married Jill Tracy Jacobs

On June 17, 1977, Joe Biden married Jill Tracy Jacobs at the United Nations chapel in New York, and they spent their honeymoon at Lake Balaton in the Hungarian People's Republic.

1977: Co-sponsored amendment closing loopholes

In 1977, Joe Biden co-sponsored an amendment closing loopholes in a measure forbidding federal funds for busing.

1978: Re-elected to the U.S. Senate

In 1978, Joe Biden was re-elected to the U.S. Senate.

1978: Amendment signed into law

In 1978, President Carter signed into law the 1977 amendment co-sponsored by Joe Biden that closed loopholes in a measure forbidding the use of federal funds for transporting students beyond the school closest to them.

1979: SALT II Treaty

After Congress failed to ratify the SALT II Treaty signed in 1979, Joe Biden met with Soviet foreign minister Andrei Gromyko and secured changes that addressed the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's objections.

1980: Biden Loses American Samoa Contest

In 2024, Joe Biden lost the American Samoa contest to venture capitalist Jason Palmer, becoming the first incumbent president to lose a contest while appearing on the ballot since Jimmy Carter in 1980.

1981: Ranking Minority Member of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary

In 1981, Joe Biden became a ranking minority member of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

1981: Ranking Minority Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee

In 1981, Joe Biden became the ranking minority member of the Senate Judiciary Committee.

1981: Birth of Daughter Ashley Biden

In 1981, Joe and Jill Biden had a daughter, Ashley Biden.

1984: Re-elected to the U.S. Senate

In 1984, Joe Biden was re-elected to the U.S. Senate.

1984: Democratic Floor Manager for Comprehensive Crime Control Act

In 1984, Joe Biden was the Democratic floor manager for the successful passage of the Comprehensive Crime Control Act. Supporters praised his modifications to the law.

1984: Objected to Strategic Defense Initiative

In a congressional hearing in 1984, Joe Biden objected to the Strategic Defense Initiative plan to construct autonomous systems of ICBM defense and excoriated Secretary of State George Shultz for the Reagan administration's support of South Africa despite its policy of apartheid.

1986: First Midterm Since 1986 with Net Gain in Governorships

The 2022 midterm election was the first since 1986 in which the incumbent president's party achieved a net gain in governorships.

June 9, 1987: Declared Candidacy for 1988 Democratic Presidential Nomination

On June 9, 1987, Joe Biden declared his candidacy for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination and was considered a strong candidate.

September 23, 1987: Withdrew from Presidential Candidacy

On September 23, 1987, Joe Biden withdrew his candidacy for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination due to plagiarism accusations and false claims about his early life.

1987: Chair of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary

In 1987, Joe Biden became the chair of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

February 1988: Underwent Surgery for Intracranial Berry Aneurysm

In February 1988, Joe Biden underwent surgery to correct a leaking intracranial berry aneurysm and suffered a pulmonary embolism while recuperating.

1988: Unsuccessful Presidential Nomination Campaign

In 1988, Joe Biden ran unsuccessfully for the Democratic presidential nomination.

1988: Presidential Candidacy

In 1988, Joe Biden was running for president of the United States.

1988: Robert Bork Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings

In 1988, as chair, Joe Biden presided over the highly contentious U.S. Supreme Court confirmation hearings of Robert Bork and ultimately voted against his confirmation.

1989: MBNA became a major contributor to Biden's campaigns

In 1989, the credit card company MBNA became a significant contributor to Joe Biden's political campaigns, leading to him sometimes being referred to as the "senator from MBNA".

1990: Re-elected to the U.S. Senate

In 1990, Joe Biden was re-elected to the U.S. Senate.

1991: Started Co-teaching at Widener University

In 1991, Joe Biden began co-teaching a seminar on constitutional law at Widener University School of Law as an adjunct professor.

1991: Opposed the Gulf War

In 1991, Joe Biden opposed the Gulf War.

1991: Clarence Thomas Nomination Hearings

In 1991, Joe Biden oversaw Clarence Thomas's nomination hearings, which included allegations of sexual harassment by Anita Hill. Biden's handling of the hearings was criticized, and Thomas was confirmed.

1991: Voted against Authorization for Gulf War

In 1991, Joe Biden voted against authorization for the Gulf War and became interested in the Yugoslav Wars after hearing about Serbian abuses.

1991: Kevin Nealon portrayed Biden on Saturday Night Live

In 1991, Kevin Nealon became the first person to portray Joe Biden on Saturday Night Live.

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1992: Economy worse

In 2024, public perception of the economy was worse only in 2008 and 1992.

April 1993: Meeting with Serbian Leader Slobodan Milošević

In April 1993, Joe Biden had a tense three-hour meeting with Serbian leader Slobodan Milošević regarding the Bosnian War.

1993: Voted for Provision Banning Gay People from Military

In 1993, Joe Biden voted for a provision that deemed homosexuality incompatible with military life, thereby banning gay people from serving in the armed forces.

1993: Alleged sexual assault

In late March 2020, Tara Reade accused Joe Biden of sexually assaulting her in 1993.

1994: Helped pass Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act

In 1994, Joe Biden helped pass the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act, including a ban on assault weapons and the Violence Against Women Act. He later expressed regret for the 1994 crime law, unpopular among progressives and criticized for resulting in mass incarceration.

1995: Ranking Minority Member of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary

In 1995, Joe Biden became a ranking minority member of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary again.

1996: Voted for the Defense of Marriage Act

In 1996, Joe Biden voted for the Defense of Marriage Act, which prohibited the federal government from recognizing same-sex marriages, barring people in such marriages from equal protection under federal law and allowing states to do the same.

1996: Re-elected to the U.S. Senate

In 1996, Joe Biden was re-elected to the U.S. Senate.

1997: Ranking Minority Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee

In 1997, Joe Biden became the ranking minority member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

1997: Ranking Minority Member of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary

In 1997, Joe Biden ceased to be the ranking minority member of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

1999: Supported NATO Bombing of Yugoslavia

In 1999, during the Kosovo War, Joe Biden supported the NATO bombing of Yugoslavia and co-sponsored the McCain-Biden Kosovo Resolution.

2000: Bankruptcy Legislation Vetoed

In 2000, Joe Biden sponsored bankruptcy legislation sought by credit card issuers. Bill Clinton vetoed the bill that year.

2000: William Roth Defeated

In 2000, William Roth, the senior senator to Joe Biden, was defeated.

June 2001: Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee

In June 2001, Joe Biden became the chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

October 2002: Voted in favor of the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq

In October 2002, Joe Biden, as head of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, voted in favor of the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq, approving the U.S. invasion of Iraq.

2002: Voted in Favor of the Iraq War Resolution

In 2002, Joe Biden voted in favor of the Iraq War Resolution.

2002: Re-elected to the U.S. Senate

In 2002, Joe Biden was re-elected to the U.S. Senate.

2003: End of Chairmanship of Senate Foreign Relations Committee

In 2003, Joe Biden's chairmanship of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee ended.

2005: Called Iraq War Vote a Mistake

By 2005, Joe Biden called his vote in favor of the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq a "mistake" but did not push for withdrawal.

2005: Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act Passed

In 2005, the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act passed, with Joe Biden being one of only 18 Democrats to vote for it. Leading Democrats and consumer rights organizations opposed it.

2005: Baseline for U.S. greenhouse gas emissions reduction target

On April 22–23, Biden held an international climate summit at which he announced that the U.S. would cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 50%–52% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels.

2005: Reference to 2005 Emission Levels

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, passed by the Senate, aimed to lower U.S. greenhouse gas emissions between 31 percent and 44 percent below 2005 levels by 2030.

2006: Shifted stance on Iraq War

By late 2006, Joe Biden's stance on the Iraq War had shifted considerably.

January 2007: Declared Candidacy for 2008 Elections

In January 2007, Joe Biden declared his candidacy in the 2008 elections, focusing on the Iraq War and his foreign-policy experience.

September 2007: Endorsed Plan to Divide Iraq

In September 2007, a non-binding resolution endorsing Joe Biden's plan to divide Iraq into a loose federation of three ethnic states passed the Senate, but the idea failed to gain traction.

2007: Getting to Know Obama

During 2007, Joe Biden and Barack Obama got to know each other.

2007: Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee

In 2007, Joe Biden became the chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee again.

January 3, 2008: Withdrew from 2008 Presidential Race

On January 3, 2008, Joe Biden placed fifth in the Iowa caucuses and withdrew from the 2008 presidential race that evening.

August 2008: Announced as Obama's Running Mate

In August 2008, Joe Biden met with Barack Obama to discuss the possibility of a place for Biden in the Obama administration. On August 22, Obama announced that Biden would be his running mate.

September 2008: Voted for Emergency Economic Stabilization Act

In September 2008, as the financial crisis reached a peak, Joe Biden voted for the $700 billion Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.

2008: Jason Sudeikis portrayed Biden on Saturday Night Live

During the 2008 election season, Jason Sudeikis portrayed Joe Biden on Saturday Night Live, reprising the role many times afterward.

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2008: Chosen as Obama's Running Mate

In 2008, Barack Obama chose Joe Biden as his running mate for the presidential election, and Biden also ran unsuccessfully for the Democratic presidential nomination.

2008: Re-elected to the U.S. Senate

In 2008, Joe Biden was re-elected to the U.S. Senate.

2008: Candidacy for 2008 Elections

In 2008, Joe Biden was running for president of the United States.

2008: Ended Co-teaching at Widener University

In 2008, Joe Biden's tenure as an adjunct professor at Widener University School of Law ended after co-teaching a seminar on constitutional law since 1991.

2008: Spokesperson revealed reason for draft deferment

In 2008, a spokesperson for Biden stated that his having had "asthma as a teenager" was the reason he received a conditional medical deferment from the draft in 1968.

2008: Economy worse

In 2024, public perception of the economy was worse only in 2008 and 1992.

2008: Campaign Raised Stature

Joe Biden's 2008 campaign raised his stature in the political world and changed the relationship between Joe Biden and Barack Obama.

2008: Worst year for stocks since 2008

Stocks had had their worst year since 2008 before recovering.

January 2009: Resigned from the Senate

Having been reelected to the Senate as well as the vice presidency, Joe Biden resigned from the Senate on January 15, 2009, after being sworn in for his seventh term.

January 20, 2009: Sworn in as Vice President

On January 20, 2009, Joe Biden was sworn in as Vice President of the United States. He was the first vice president from Delaware and the first Roman Catholic vice president. He intended to eliminate some roles assumed by the previous vice president.

April 2009: Swine flu outbreak response causes controversy

In April 2009, Joe Biden's off-message response to a question during the beginning of the swine flu outbreak led to a swift retraction by the White House. This incident revived Biden's reputation for gaffes.

May 2009: Visit to Kosovo

In May 2009, Joe Biden visited Kosovo and affirmed the U.S. position that its "independence is irreversible".

July 2009: Acknowledged economic challenges

In July 2009, confronted with rising unemployment, Joe Biden acknowledged that the administration had "misread how bad the economy was", but maintained confidence the stimulus package would create more jobs.

November 2009: Biden's net worth was $27,012

As of November 2009, Joe Biden's net worth was reported to be $27,012.

2009: Became Vice President

In 2009, Joe Biden became the 47th Vice President of the United States under President Barack Obama.

2009: End of Chairmanship of Senate Foreign Relations Committee

In 2009, Joe Biden's chairmanship of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee ended.

March 23, 2010: Hot mic incident

On March 23, 2010, Joe Biden was picked up on a hot mic telling Obama that his signing the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was "a big fucking deal".

December 2010: Compromise tax package

In December 2010, Joe Biden's advocacy for a middle ground, followed by his negotiations with Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell, were instrumental in producing the administration's compromise tax package that included a temporary extension of the Bush tax cuts.

May 2011: Opposed Osama bin Laden mission

In May 2011, Joe Biden reportedly opposed proceeding with the U.S. mission to kill Osama bin Laden, lest failure adversely affect Obama's reelection prospects.

August 2012: Controversial remark

In August 2012, Joe Biden made a remark before a mixed-race audience that Republican proposals to relax Wall Street regulations would "put y'all back in chains" again drawing attention to his propensity for colorful remarks.

December 2012: Gun Violence Task Force

In December 2012, Obama named Joe Biden to head the Gun Violence Task Force, created to address the causes of school shootings and consider possible gun control measures in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.

2012: Biden Supports Same-Sex Marriage

Joe Biden has supported same-sex marriage since 2012.

January 20, 2013: Inaugurated to Second Term

On January 20, 2013, Joe Biden was inaugurated to a second term as Vice President at a small ceremony at Number One Observatory Circle, his official residence.

2013: Biden's Memory Lapses

During the investigation into Biden's handling of classified documents, special counsel Robert Hur noted that Joe Biden could not recall when he stopped being vice president ("if it was 2013—when did I stop being vice president?") or the date of his son Beau's death. Hur described Biden's memory as having "significant limitations".

January 2014: White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault

In January 2014, the White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault, was begun with Joe Biden and Valerie Jarrett as co-chairs.

2014: Deportations reach highest level since 2014

Deportations from October 2023 to September 2024 reached the highest level since 2014.

2014: Hunter Biden joins Burisma Board

In 2014 Hunter Biden joined the board of the Ukrainian energy company Burisma.

2014: The New Yorker noted Biden's tendency to exaggerate

In 2014, The New Yorker noted Joe Biden's tendency to embellish elements of his life or exaggerate details, a trait also highlighted by The New York Times.

2014: Start of offenses covered by Hunter Biden pardon

On December 1, 2024, President Biden issued a "full and unconditional" pardon to Hunter Biden that covered all federal offenses between 2014 and December 1, 2024.

2014: Pardons Issued for Family Members and High-Profile Figures

On his last day in office, President Biden issued pardons for more of his family members and other high-profile figures covering offenses committed since 2014, citing concern about "baseless and politically motivated investigations" during Trump's second term.

2015: Death of Beau Biden

In 2015, Beau Biden, Joe Biden's son, passed away from brain cancer.

2015: Defense of Marriage Act ruled unconstitutional

In 2015, the Defense of Marriage Act, which Joe Biden voted for in 1996, was ruled unconstitutional in Obergefell v. Hodges.

August 2016: Visit to Serbia

In August 2016, Joe Biden visited Serbia, where he met with the Serbian Prime Minister Aleksandar Vučić and expressed condolences for civilian victims of the bombing campaign during the Kosovo War.

2016: Greg Kinnear portrayed Biden in Confirmation

In 2016, Greg Kinnear portrayed Joe Biden in the HBO television film "Confirmation", which covered the Clarence Thomas Supreme Court nomination hearings.

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January 20, 2017: Left Office

On January 20, 2017, Joe Biden left office as Vice President of the United States.

2017: End of Vice Presidency

In 2017, Joe Biden's term as Vice President of the United States concluded.

2017: Corporate Tax Cuts

Joe Biden proposed partially reversing the corporate tax cuts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

2017: CAA Representation

Joe Biden signed with talent agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA) from 2017 to 2020.

January 2018: Time for Biden PAC formed

In January 2018, a political action committee known as Time for Biden was formed.

2018: Senate went Republican

In the 2024 general election, the Senate went Republican for the first time since 2018.

March 2019: Biden views himself as a bridge to future leaders

In March 2019, Joe Biden stated that he saw himself as a bridge to the next generation of leaders, highlighting their potential to lead the country forward.

April 2019: Pledged to be more respectful of personal space

In April 2019, following accusations of inappropriate physical contact, Joe Biden pledged to be more "respectful of people's personal space".

April 25, 2019: Launched presidential campaign

On April 25, 2019, Joe Biden launched his campaign for president, saying he was worried by the Trump administration and felt a "sense of duty".

September 2019: Controversy with Ukrainian President

In September 2019, it was reported that Donald Trump had pressured Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy to investigate alleged wrongdoing by Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden, resulting in a political scandal and Trump's impeachment.

2019: Regret to Anita Hill

In 2019, Joe Biden told Anita Hill he regretted his treatment of her during the Clarence Thomas nomination hearings in 1991, but Hill remained unsatisfied.

2019: Biden supported Roe v. Wade and repealing the Hyde Amendment

In 2019, Joe Biden voiced his support for Roe v. Wade and advocated for the repeal of the Hyde Amendment, despite his personal opposition to abortion due to his Catholic faith.

2019: Accusations of inappropriate physical contact

In 2019, eight women, including Tara Reade, accused Joe Biden of inappropriate physical contact.

February 2020: Trump administration deal with Taliban

In February 2020, the Trump administration made a deal with the Taliban to completely withdraw U.S. forces from Afghanistan by May 1, 2021.

February 2020: US-Taliban Agreement

In February 2020, the US-Taliban agreement set a May 1, 2021, deadline for American forces to withdraw from Afghanistan.

March 2020: Tara Reade accuses Biden of sexual assault

In late March 2020, Tara Reade, who had previously accused Biden of inappropriate physical contact in 2019, accused him of sexual assault, allegedly occurring in 1993. Biden and his campaign denied the allegation, citing inconsistencies in Reade's claims.

April 8, 2020: Sanders suspends campaign, Biden becomes presumptive nominee

On April 8, 2020, Bernie Sanders suspended his campaign, making Joe Biden the Democratic Party's presumptive nominee for president.

November 2020: Biden's net worth reached $9 million

By November 2020, Joe Biden's net worth had increased to $9 million, primarily due to sales of his books and income from speaking engagements following his vice presidency.

November 2020: Biden elected 46th President

In November 2020, Joe Biden was elected the 46th president of the United States, defeating incumbent Donald Trump, whose administration delayed the transition process.

December 2020: CPI before Biden took office

Between December 2020 and December 2024, CPI rose 21.3% overall, with an annualized inflation rate of 5.3% throughout Biden's term in office.

2020: Biden Vows to Nominate Black Woman to Supreme Court

During his 2020 campaign, Joe Biden vowed to nominate the first Black woman to the Supreme Court if a vacancy occurred.

2020: Several actors portrayed Biden on Saturday Night Live

During the 2020 election season, Joe Biden was portrayed by John Mulaney, Alex Moffat, Mikey Day, Woody Harrelson, and Jim Carrey on Saturday Night Live.

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2020: Biden Runs on Cannabis Decriminalization

In 2020, Joe Biden ran on decriminalizing cannabis, after advocating harsher penalties for drug use as a senator.

2020: Elected President

In 2020, Joe Biden was elected President of the United States, with Kamala Harris as his running mate, defeating Donald Trump and Mike Pence.

2020: Victory over Trump

In February 2024, pollsters considered Joe Biden's victory over Trump in the 2020 election as helping to protect and restore political and institutional norms in American government.

2020: Biden Promised to End Private Prison Practice

In the final year of his presidency, the Biden administration worked to extend at least 14 contracts with private prison companies to run immigrant detention centers, despite his 2020 campaign promise to end the practice.

2020: CAA Representation

Joe Biden signed with talent agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA) from 2017 to 2020.

January 6, 2021: Attack on the U.S. Capitol

On January 6, 2021, supporters of Donald Trump attacked the U.S. Capitol Building while Congress was assembled to count the electoral votes and formalize Biden's victory. During the attack, Biden addressed the nation, calling the events "an unprecedented assault unlike anything we've seen in modern times".

January 20, 2021: Biden Inaugurated as 46th President

On January 20, 2021, Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th president of the United States, becoming the oldest person to assume the office at the time. The inauguration was a muted event due to COVID-19 precautions and increased security measures after the January 6 Capitol attack.

February 2021: Biden had 98% approval rating from Democrats

In February 2021, Joe Biden enjoyed a 98% approval rating among Democrats.

February 2021: Ending Support for Saudi-led Bombing in Yemen

In February 2021, the Biden administration announced the end of United States support for the Saudi-led bombing campaign in Yemen and revoked the designation of Yemen's Houthis as terrorists.

March 2021: Biden Proposes American Jobs Plan

In late March 2021, as part of his Build Back Better agenda, President Biden proposed the American Jobs Plan, a $2 trillion package to address issues including transport, utilities, broadband infrastructure, housing, schools, manufacturing, research and workforce development.

March 2021: Inflation rate above the Federal Reserve's target

The inflation rate remained above the Federal Reserve's 2% target every month since March 2021, resulting in elevated interest rates to combat inflation.

May 1, 2021: Previous deadline for troop withdrawal from Afghanistan

By May 1, 2021, the Trump administration had a deal with the Taliban to completely withdraw U.S. forces from Afghanistan.

June 2021: First Trip Abroad as President

In June 2021, President Biden made his first trip abroad, visiting Belgium, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. He participated in a G7 summit, a NATO summit, and an EU summit, and also held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

July 2021: Biden urges COVID-19 vaccinations amid Delta variant spread

In July 2021, amid a slowing of the COVID-19 vaccination rate in the country and the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant, Biden emphasized the critical importance of Americans getting vaccinated.

August 2021: Biden's approval rating began to decline

In August 2021, Joe Biden's approval rating began to decline due to the Afghanistan withdrawal, increasing hospitalizations from the Delta variant, high inflation and gas prices, disarray within the Democratic Party, and a general decline in popularity.

August 2021: Senate Passes Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill

In August 2021, the Senate passed a $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill called the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This bill addressed infrastructure related to transport, utilities, and broadband.

September 2021: Announcement of AUKUS Security Pact

In September 2021, President Biden announced AUKUS, a security pact between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, with the goal of ensuring "peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific" region.

November 2021: House Approves Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

In early November 2021, the House of Representatives, in a bipartisan manner, approved the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which focused on infrastructure related to transport, utilities, and broadband.

2021: 5.9% growth in real GDP

After 5.9% growth in 2021, real GDP growth cooled in 2022 to 2.1%, after slightly negative growth in the first half spurred recession concerns.

2021: Biden Confirms 40 Federal Judiciary Nominees

By the end of 2021, President Biden had 40 of his nominees confirmed to the federal judiciary. Biden also prioritized diversity in his judicial appointments.

2021: Biden Promotes Methane Emission Cuts at COP26

During the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26), President Biden promoted an agreement for the U.S. and European Union to cut methane emissions by a third by 2030 and pledged to double climate funding to developing countries by 2024. Also, the U.S. and China reached a deal on greenhouse gas emission reduction.

2021: American Rescue Plan Act signed into law

In 2021, Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act, a $1.9 trillion economic stimulus and relief package aimed at supporting the United States' recovery from the economic and health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: Inauguration as President

In 2021, Joe Biden assumed the office of the 46th President of the United States.

2021: Recognizing Armenian Genocide

In 2021, Joe Biden officially recognized the Armenian genocide, becoming the first U.S. president to do so.

2021: Biden Revokes Trump's Security Clearance

In 2021, Joe Biden revoked Donald Trump's security clearance for his role in inciting the January 6 Capitol attack.

2021: Surge in Illegal Border Crossings Begins

In 2021, illegal border crossings at the Mexico-United States border began to surge when President Biden assumed office.

2021: Biden Proposes U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021

On his first day in office, President Biden proposed the U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021.

2021: The 2021 inflation surge overshadowed Biden's presidency

The 2021 inflation surge overshadowed Joe Biden's presidency, much like the 1970s energy crisis and stagflation overshadowed Jimmy Carter's presidency.

2021: Honoring our PACT Act of 2022 introduced

The Honoring our PACT Act of 2022 was introduced in 2021.

January 2022: Minimum wage increase for federal contractors takes effect

In January 2022, Biden's executive order to increase the minimum wage for federal contractors to $15 per hour went into effect, impacting 390,000 workers.

January 2022: Justice Stephen Breyer Announces Retirement

In January 2022, Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer announced his intention to retire. President Biden reiterated his promise to nominate the first Black woman to the Supreme Court.

February 2022: Russian Invasion of Ukraine and U.S. Response

In February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. After weeks of warning, President Biden responded by imposing severe sanctions on Russia and authorizing over $8 billion in weapons shipments to Ukraine. He also blamed Putin for the emerging energy and food crises.

February 2022: Counterterrorism Raid in Syria

In early February 2022, President Biden ordered a counterterrorism raid in northern Syria, which resulted in the death of Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurashi, the leader of the Islamic State.

April 2022: Biden signs Postal Service Reform Act of 2022

In April 2022, Biden signed into law the bipartisan Postal Service Reform Act of 2022, which was designed to revamp the finances and operations of the United States Postal Service agency.

June 2022: Inflation Peak

In June 2022, inflation peaked at 9.1% during Biden's presidency, which contributed to the decline of his approval ratings.

June 25, 2022: Biden signs Bipartisan Safer Communities Act

On June 25, 2022, President Biden signed the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act into law, aimed at addressing gun reform issues following the Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas.

July 21, 2022: Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19

On July 21, 2022, Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 and experienced mild symptoms. According to the White House, he was treated with Paxlovid. He worked in isolation in the White House for five days and returned to isolation when he tested positive again on July 30.

August 7, 2022: Senate Passes Inflation Reduction Act

On August 7, 2022, the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act with a 51-50 vote, with Vice President Kamala Harris breaking the tie. The act aimed to raise $739 billion and authorize $370 billion in spending on energy and climate change.

August 9, 2022: Biden signs CHIPS and Science Act into law

On August 9, 2022, Joe Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law, allocating billions of dollars to boost domestic research and manufacturing of semiconductors.

August 10, 2022: Biden signs Honoring our PACT Act of 2022

On August 10, 2022, President Biden signed into law the Honoring our PACT Act of 2022, which is intended to significantly improve healthcare access and funding for veterans exposed to toxic substances during military service.

September 2, 2022: Biden Calls for "Battle for the Soul of the Nation"

On September 2, 2022, President Biden delivered a nationally broadcast speech in Philadelphia calling for a "battle for the soul of the nation" and referred to Trump supporters as "semi-fascists".

September 2022: Biden's Comments on Defending Taiwan

In a September 2022 interview, President Biden stated that U.S. forces would defend Taiwan in the event of an "unprecedented attack" by China, a comment that contrasted with the U.S. policy of "strategic ambiguity." His administration subsequently walked back these statements.

October 6, 2022: Biden Pardons Americans for Cannabis Possession

On October 6, 2022, President Biden pardoned all Americans convicted of "small" amounts of cannabis possession under federal law.

November 2022: Discovery of Classified Documents at Penn Biden Center

In November 2022, President Biden's attorneys found classified documents dating from his vice presidency in a "locked closet" at the Penn Biden Center. The documents were reported to the U.S. National Archives, which recovered them the next day.

December 2022: No TikTok on Government Devices Act

In December 2022, President Biden signed the No TikTok on Government Devices Act, which prohibited the use of TikTok on devices owned by the federal government.

2022: Real GDP growth cooled

After 5.9% growth in 2021, real GDP growth cooled in 2022 to 2.1%, after slightly negative growth in the first half spurred recession concerns.

2022: Biden blocked a national railroad strike

In 2022, Biden blocked a national railroad strike planned by multiple labor unions.

2022: Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act

In 2022, Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act, which repealed the Defense of Marriage Act and requires the federal government to recognize the validity of same-sex and interracial marriages.

2022: Congress Approves Aid to Ukraine

In 2022, Congress approved approximately $113 billion in aid to Ukraine.

2022: House passed a bill codifying the protections of Roe v. Wade

In 2022, a bill to codify the protections of Roe v. Wade into federal law was passed by the House, but it was unable to clear the Senate filibuster.

2022: Inflation Reduction Act signed into law

In 2022, aspects of Biden's Build Back Better Act were incorporated into the Inflation Reduction Act that he signed into law.

2022: Biden's Political Skills

In 2022, journalist Sasha Issenberg wrote that Joe Biden's "most valuable political skill" was "an innate compass for the ever-shifting mainstream of the Democratic Party".

2022: Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

In 2022, the Build Back Better Act was reworked into the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which covered deficit reduction, climate change, healthcare, and tax reform.

2022: Siena College Research Institute ranked Biden 19th out of 45 presidents

In 2022, the Siena College Research Institute's survey ranked Joe Biden 19th out of 45 presidents.

January 11, 2023: House Investigative Committee into Hunter Biden's Business Activities

On January 11, 2023, the House of Representatives launched an investigative committee into the foreign business activities of President Biden's son, Hunter, and brother, James.

February 4, 2023: Shooting Down of Chinese Surveillance Balloon

On February 4, 2023, President Biden ordered the United States Air Force to shoot down a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon off the coast of South Carolina.

February 2023: Unemployment rate fell to 3.4%

In February 2023, the unemployment rate fell to 3.4%, a 53-year low.

March 2023: Biden Opposes Taxpayer Bailout After Bank Failures

In March 2023, following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and other U.S. banks, President Biden opposed a taxpayer bailout. He attributed the bank's failure, in part, to the rollback of Dodd-Frank regulations.

April 4, 2023: Finnish Ascension into NATO

On April 4, 2023, Finland officially ascended into NATO.

April 25, 2023: Biden Confirms Reelection Bid

On April 25, 2023, Joe Biden officially confirmed his intention to run for reelection as president in the 2024 election, with Kamala Harris as his running mate. His approval rating stood at 37 percent, with the economy being the primary concern for most Americans surveyed. During his campaign, Biden promoted higher economic growth and recovery, frequently using "finish the job" as a political rallying cry.

July 2023: Biden Announces Measures to Protect Population from Heat Waves

In July 2023, President Biden announced measures to protect the population during heat waves, linking these events to climate change.

September 2023: Biden Extends COVID-19 Student Loan Pause

In September 2023, President Biden extended the COVID-19 student loan pause. Additionally, an "on ramp" period was implemented, extending protections against credit reporting, collection efforts, and late payment fees through September 30, 2024.

October 2023: Biden's rating among Democrats reached a record low

By October 2023, Joe Biden's approval rating among Democrats had fallen to a record low of 75%.

October 2023: Inflation eases to 3.2%

By October 2023, inflation had eased to 3.2%.

October 2023: Deportations reach highest level

Deportations from October 2023 to September 2024 reached the highest level since 2014.

October 2023: Domestic Oil Production Reaches Record High

Despite his clean energy policies and congressional Republicans characterizing them as a "War on American Energy", domestic oil production reached a record high in October 2023.

October 2023: Hamas Attack on Israel and U.S. Response

In October 2023, Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, leading to intensified conflict. President Biden stated his support for Israel, condemned Hamas, deployed aircraft carriers to the region, and requested $14 billion in military aid for Israel. He later pressured Israel to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and supported "humanitarian pauses."

October 2023: Biden Administration Requests Additional Aid for Ukraine

In October 2023, the Biden administration requested an additional $61.4 billion in aid for Ukraine for the coming year.

December 13, 2023: House Formalizes Impeachment Inquiry into Biden

On December 13, 2023, the House of Representatives voted 221–212 to formalize an impeachment inquiry into President Biden.

December 2023: No Evidence of Wrongdoing by Biden

As of December 2023, congressional investigations, including by the House Oversight committee, have discovered no evidence of wrongdoing by President Biden.

December 2023: Illegal Border Crossings Reach Monthly High

In December 2023, illegal border crossings at the Mexico-United States border reached an all-time monthly high.

December 22, 2023: Biden Pardons Americans for Cannabis Use on Federal Lands

On December 22, 2023, President Biden pardoned Americans for cannabis use or possession on federal lands, regardless of whether they had been charged or prosecuted.

2023: Biden Removes Basal-Cell Carcinoma

In 2023, Joe Biden had a basal-cell carcinoma removed from his chest.

2023: Democrats versus Trump

In 2023, Joe Biden was asked whether any other Democrats could beat Donald Trump, and he responded, "Probably 50 of them".

2023: Biden's approval rating was the lowest of any modern U.S. president

In 2023, Joe Biden's approval rating was recorded as the lowest of any modern U.S. president after three years in office.

2023: Biden Strikes Deal to Raise Debt Limit

In 2023, President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached an agreement, known as the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023, to raise the U.S. debt limit, which had been a point of contention. The act suspended the debt limit until January 2025, averting a potential default by the U.S. government. The deal was generally considered favorable to Biden.

2023: The 2021-2023 inflation surge overshadowed Biden's presidency

The 2021-2023 inflation surge overshadowed Joe Biden's presidency, much like the 1970s energy crisis and stagflation overshadowed Jimmy Carter's presidency.

January 2024: Over a Million Migrants Admitted Under Humanitarian Parole

As of January 2024, over a million migrants had been admitted to the U.S. under humanitarian parole.

January 2024: Biden Supports Bipartisan Immigration Deal

In January 2024, President Biden expressed support for a proposed bipartisan immigration deal led by Senators Kyrsten Sinema and James Lankford. The bill would have allowed DHS to close the border under certain encounter thresholds and mandated detention for migrants seeking asylum.

January 17, 2024: House Passes Resolution Denouncing Biden's Border Handling

On January 17, 2024, a Republican-led non-binding resolution denouncing the Biden-Harris administration's handling of the U.S. southern border passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 225–187.

February 8, 2024: Hur Announces No Charges Against Biden

On February 8, 2024, Special Counsel Robert K. Hur announced that no charges would be brought against President Biden regarding the handling of classified documents.

February 2024: Smirnov Charged with False Statements

In February 2024, Alexander Smirnov, a former intelligence informant, was charged with making false statements regarding bribery allegations against Joe Biden. Smirnov admitted to spreading a false story provided by Russian intelligence officials with the intent to damage Biden's reelection campaign.

February 2024: Biden Ranked 14th-Greatest President

In February 2024, an American Political Science Association poll of historians and scholars ranked Joe Biden as the 14th-greatest president. The pollsters noted that Biden's ranking was unusually high for a presidency without military victories or institutional expansion.

February 29, 2024: Killing of Palestinian Civilians Receiving Aid

Following the killing of Palestinian civilians receiving food aid on February 29, 2024, President Biden stated that the level of aid flowing into Gaza was insufficient.

March 7, 2024: Swedish Ascension into NATO

On March 7, 2024, Sweden formally ascended into NATO, following diplomatic talks led by President Biden.

March 2024: Gallup Poll on Israeli Conduct During War

In March 2024, a Gallup poll indicated that a strong majority of Americans disapproved of Israeli conduct during the war.

April 2024: Gaza War Protests on University Campuses

Beginning in April 2024, widespread protests against the Gaza war emerged on university campuses, denouncing President Biden.

April 2024: Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act

In April 2024, President Biden signed the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which could ban social networking services determined to be controlled by a foreign adversary. This act specifically applies to ByteDance Ltd. and its subsidiaries.

April 2024: Biden Unveils Plan to Protect Natural Water Sources

In April 2024, President Biden unveiled a plan to protect and restore natural water sources, covering 3.2 million hectares of wetlands and 161,000 km of waterways.

April 2024: Additional Aid to Ukraine Approved

In April 2024, the additional $61 billion in aid to Ukraine was added after delays in the passage of further aid by the House of Representatives.

May 2024: Exception Granted for Use of Weapons Against Russia

In May 2024, President Biden granted an exception allowing Ukraine to utilize weapons against Russian military targets in the vicinity of Kharkiv for "counter-fire" purposes.

May 2024: Increased Tariffs on Chinese Imports

In May 2024, the Biden administration doubled tariffs on solar cells imported from China and more than tripled tariffs on lithium-ion electric vehicle batteries imported from China. It also raised tariffs on imports of Chinese steel, aluminum, and medical materials.

May 31, 2024: Biden's Support for Israeli Ceasefire Proposal

On May 31, 2024, President Biden announced his support for an Israeli ceasefire proposal, stating that Hamas was "no longer capable" of another large-scale attack. The proposal involved a permanent ceasefire, release of all hostages, and reconstruction of the Gaza Strip.

June 2024: Biden issues executive action offering amnesty to unauthorized immigrants

In June 2024, Biden issued an executive action providing amnesty to unauthorized immigrants married to American citizens, offering a pathway to U.S. residency and citizenship, initially affecting around 500,000 people. This was later struck down.

June 2024: Biden Issues Executive Order to Restrict Mexico-U.S. Border

In June 2024, President Biden issued an executive order allowing the president to restrict the Mexico–U.S. border.

June 2024: Mental Acuity Concerns

In June 2024, public concern grew regarding Joe Biden's mental acuity following a perceived weak performance in a presidential debate. While the media gave it limited coverage beforehand, concerns rose afterward, leading Biden to suggest he might be too old for a second term after the 2024 election, despite initially deeming himself fit.

June 27, 2024: Presidential Debate Performance

On June 27, 2024, the first presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump was held. Joe Biden's performance received widespread criticism, with commentators noting that he frequently lost his train of thought and gave rambling answers. Many declared Trump the winner, and polling indicated that most viewers believed Trump won. Following the debate, questions arose about Joe Biden's health and age, leading to calls for him to withdraw from the race.

July 2024: Biden's approval rating fell to an all-time low

In July 2024, just before withdrawing from the 2024 presidential election, Joe Biden's Gallup approval rating had fallen to an all-time low of 36%.

July 17, 2024: Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19 Again

On July 17, 2024, Joe Biden again tested positive for COVID-19.

August 6, 2024: Harris Confirmed as Nominee

On August 6, 2024, Kamala Harris was confirmed as the Democratic presidential nominee after Biden withdrew his candidacy. Biden cited that his withdrawal was "in the best interest of my party and the country" and endorsed Harris as his successor.

August 2024: US Aid to Afghanistan

As of August 2024, the U.S. continued to send aid to Afghanistan, remaining its biggest aid donor and spending at least $20.7 billion post-withdrawal. U.S. funding has helped support the Taliban government and stabilize Afghanistan's economy.

August 2024: Ankara Prisoner Exchange

In August 2024, President Biden negotiated and oversaw the 2024 Ankara prisoner exchange, which was the largest prisoner exchange since the end of the Cold War, involving the release of 26 people including journalist Evan Gershkovich and former Marine Paul Whelan.

September 2024: Deportations reach highest level

Deportations from October 2023 to September 2024 reached the highest level since 2014.

September 25, 2024: House Resolution Condemning Afghanistan Withdrawal

On September 25, 2024, the United States House of Representatives passed a resolution condemning the Biden administration for the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, with ten Democrats and all Republicans voting in favor.

September 30, 2024: End of Extended Protections Against Credit Reporting

On September 30, 2024, the "on ramp" period protections against credit reporting, collection efforts, and late payment fees, which were part of the COVID-19 student loan pause extended by President Biden, ended.

October 2024: Biden refuses to block a port strike

In October 2024, Joe Biden refused to block a port strike from the International Longshoremen's Association.

November 2024: Ceasefire Agreement in Israel-Hezbollah Conflict

In November 2024, the Biden administration announced that it had helped broker a ceasefire agreement in the Israel–Hezbollah conflict.

December 1, 2024: Biden Issues Full Pardon to Hunter Biden

On December 1, 2024, President Biden issued a "full and unconditional" pardon to Hunter Biden that covered all federal offenses between 2014 and December 1, 2024. The pardon's sweeping extent was "unprecedented".

December 12, 2024: Biden Grants Clemency to Nonviolent Felons

On December 12, 2024, President Biden granted clemency to about 1,500 nonviolent felons in home confinement who had previously been released from prison. The act included felons such as Michael Conahan and Rita Crundwell, which generated controversy.

December 2024: Gallup poll found negative assessments of Biden's presidency

A December 2024 Gallup poll revealed that 54% of Americans considered Joe Biden's presidency to be below average or poor, with negative assessments largely focused on economic, national, and international issues.

December 2024: Pardoned Hunter Biden

In December 2024, Joe Biden pardoned Hunter Biden following his conviction on gun and tax charges despite repeated promises that he would not do so.

December 2024: Annual inflation and core inflation rates

In December 2024, the last full month of Biden's term, the inflation rate reached 2.9% and core inflation rate reached 3.2% on an annual basis.

December 23, 2024: Biden Commutes Sentences of Death Row Inmates

On December 23, 2024, President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 out of 40 federal death row inmates.

2024: Dana Carvey portrayed Biden on Saturday Night Live

In 2024, Dana Carvey played the role of Joe Biden on Saturday Night Live.

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2024: Biden Wins Democratic Nomination

In 2024, Joe Biden faced a primary challenge from Dean Phillips. Although Biden's name was not on the ballot in the New Hampshire primary, he won with 63.8% of the vote. He won South Carolina with 96.2% of the vote, Nevada with 89.3%, and Michigan with 81.1%. On Super Tuesday, March 5, he won 15 of 16 primaries. On March 6, Phillips suspended his campaign and endorsed Biden. By March 12, Joe Biden secured enough delegates to become the presumptive Democratic nominee.

2024: Reelection Campaign

In 2024, Joe Biden ran for reelection with Kamala Harris as his running mate.

2024: Inflation Frustration Deemed Biden's Failure

In 2024, Journalist Amy Walter argued that Joe Biden's presidency was deemed a failure by the public, particularly due to frustration over inflation, which voters considered the most important factor regarding the economy. This contributed to Trump winning the 2024 presidential election.

2024: Harris lost to Trump in the 2024 presidential election

In 2024, Kamala Harris lost to Donald Trump in the presidential election, contributing to the view of Joe Biden's presidency as a failure.

2024: Withdrawal from Presidential Candidacy

In 2024, after renewed scrutiny about his age and health following his performance in the first presidential debate, Joe Biden withdrew his candidacy for reelection, although he initially ran and became the party's presumptive nominee. Biden's administration was also ranked favorably by historians and scholars, diverging from unfavorable public assessments of his tenure.

2024: Presidential Greatness Project Expert survey ranked Biden the 14th best president

In 2024, the Presidential Greatness Project Expert survey ranked Joe Biden as the 14th best president.

2024: Trump Defeats Harris

In the 2024 general election, Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris. A YouGov poll conducted on November 6–7, 2024, indicated that had Biden been the Democratic nominee, Trump would have won the popular vote by 49% to 42%. Trump won the popular vote over Harris by 49.8% to 48.3%.

January 2025: Biden declares Equal Rights Amendment ratified

In January 2025, Biden declared the lapsed Equal Rights Amendment ratified as the "28th Amendment" to the constitution, though this declaration has no formal effect.

January 2025: Biden's final approval rating was 40%

In January 2025, Joe Biden's final approval rating was 40%, which was low but higher than several other presidents' final approval ratings.

January 2025: Biden Claims He Could Have Won

In a January 2025 interview, Joe Biden claimed that he could have defeated Donald Trump had he not been persuaded to withdraw from the election, despite trailing in the polls.

January 2025: Debt Limit Suspended Until January 2025

The Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023, agreed upon by President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in 2023, suspended the U.S. debt limit until January 2025, avoiding a potential government default.

January 20, 2025: End of Biden's Presidential Term

On January 20, 2025, Joe Biden's term as president ended. He designated Anthony Bernal and Annie Tomasini to raise funds for the Joseph R. Biden Jr. Presidential Library and later signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA).

May 18, 2025: Biden Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer

On May 18, 2025, it was announced that Joe Biden had been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer with bone metastasis, discovered during a routine physical examination. The cancer had spread from his prostate to other tissues in his body, and his urinary symptoms had also worsened.

September 4, 2025: Biden Undergoes Mohs Surgery

On September 4, 2025, it was confirmed that Joe Biden recently underwent Mohs surgery to remove skin cancer lesions from his forehead. The announcement followed his appearance with a scar and bandage after a church service in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.

October 11, 2025: Biden Undergoing Cancer Treatment

On October 11, 2025, it was confirmed that Joe Biden was undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment as part of his ongoing care for prostate cancer.

2025: Oldest Sitting President

As of 2025, Joe Biden was the oldest sitting president in U.S. history, with concerns raised about his cognitive health by Republicans, some media figures, and privately by some Democrats. His family and White House staff were noted to be shielding him from scrutiny related to his age and perceived decline in acuity.

2025: End of Presidential Term

In 2025, Joe Biden's term as the 46th President of the United States came to an end.

2025: Biden left office with his presidency viewed as a failure

When Joe Biden left office in 2025, journalists and many Democrats viewed his presidency as a failure, citing concerns over age, health, public frustration with inflation, and Kamala Harris's loss to Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election.

2030: Biden Promotes Methane Emission Cuts

During the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26), President Biden promoted an agreement for the U.S. and European Union to cut methane emissions by a third by 2030.

2030: U.S. greenhouse gas emissions reduction target

On April 22–23, Biden held an international climate summit at which he announced that the U.S. would cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 50%–52% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels.

2030: Target for Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, passed by the Senate, aimed to lower U.S. greenhouse gas emissions between 31 percent and 44 percent below 2005 levels by 2030.