Joe Biden

Debt ceiling: Bill on its way to House floor after clearing key hurdle

Under fire from conservatives, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is hunting for votes from fellow Republicans for the debt ceiling deal.

2 days ago

Tina Turner: White House, politicians, celebs react to legendary singer's death

The 12-time Grammy winner was known for her unique sound and fashion and received an outpouring of love on social media.

May 25

House votes to cancel Biden’s $400 billion student loan handout

The House voted Wednesday to repeal President Biden’s plan to forgo more than $400 billion in federally backed student loan debt.

May 24

2024 presidential election: Biden expected to tap Julie Rodriguez to run campaign

Biden has yet to formally launch his reelection campaign, but Julie Rodriguez -- who's the granddaughter of labor leader Cesar Chavez and labor activist Helen Fabela Chávez -- is expected to manage it.

April 23

Biden: Feds 'not leaving' Mississippi town hit by deadly tornado

Last week's tornado destroyed roughly 300 homes and businesses in Rolling Fork and the nearby town of Silver City. The death toll in Mississippi stood at 21. One person died in Alabama, as well.

March 31

Biden: Putin made 'big mistake' by suspending US arms treaty

Biden condemned the Russian decision to pull back from the treaty, known as New START. The move is expected to have an immediate impact on U.S. visibility into Russian nuclear activities.

February 22

Biden makes unannounced visit to Ukraine: 'One year later, Kyiv stands'

President Joe Biden’s Monday visit was a gesture of solidarity that comes days before the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

February 20

Biden, Brazil’s Lula focus on democracy, climate during White House visit

The two leaders met Friday to discuss efforts to safeguard democracy, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and climate change, including efforts to stem deforestation of the Amazon.

February 10

SOTU: Biden pushes for insulin cost caps

Democrats tried to cap the price of insulin last year when they controlled both houses and fell short of the votes needed.

February 8

State of the Union: Biden says US is ‘unbowed, unbroken’ in 2023 address

Biden’s speech before a politically divided Congress comes as the nation struggles with economic uncertainty, a wearying war in Ukraine, and growing tensions with China.

February 7

State of the Union special guests include Tyre Nichols' family, Bono, and more

This year's guests are said to "personify issues or themes to be addressed by the President in his speech."

February 7

State of the Union 2023: What to watch for during Biden's address

Expect lots of new faces and fresh political dynamics as President Joe Biden delivers this year’s State of the Union address.

February 6

Most Democrats don’t want Biden to seek a second term in 2024, poll finds

Many poll respondents suggest President Joe Biden’s age is a liability, with some focusing on his coughing, gaffes, and the possibility that the world's most stressful job would be better for someone younger.

February 6

What will ending the COVID-19 emergency look like in the US?

Many Americans will see changes to their insurance and other measures once the emergency comes to an end.

January 31

Former U.S. leaders asked to recheck for classified docs

The National Archives sent a letter to past U.S. presidents and vice presidents Thursday to check their records after classified documents were discovered at President Joe Biden’s home and former Vice President Mike Pence’s residence.

January 26