Joe Biden

In 1972, Joe Biden became a junior senator from Delaware by defeating the Republican incumbent J. Caleb Boggs in the U.S. Senate election. Despite being the sole Democratic candidate challenging Boggs with limited campaign funds, Biden's family-operated campaign focused on key issues such as environmental concerns, Vietnam withdrawal, civil rights, public transportation, fair taxation, healthcare, and public dissatisfaction with politics. Despite being behind in polls, Biden won with a 50.5% majority vote, thanks to his energetic demeanor, familial charm, and emotional connection with voters.

On December 18, 1972, a few weeks after Joe Biden was elected senator, a tragic automobile accident claimed the lives of his wife Neilia and one-year-old daughter Naomi in Hockessin, Delaware. The accident left Biden's sons Beau and Hunter injured. Despite considering resignation to care for them, Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield persuaded him to stay. The incident filled Biden with anger, religious doubt, and difficulty focusing on work.

On June 9, 1987, Joe Biden officially announced his candidacy for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination. Recognized as a strong contender, Biden's decision was influenced by his moderate image, effective speaking ability, and high profile as the chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee. His appeal to Baby Boomers and fundraising success in the first quarter of 1987 added momentum to his campaign.

On September 23, 1987, Joe Biden withdrew his candidacy for the 1988 presidential race. He attributed his withdrawal to the overshadowing impact of exaggerated disclosures about his past mistakes, including false or exaggerated claims about his early life. The limited amount of other news about the presidential race contributed to the decision to end his campaign.

On August 22, 2008, Barack Obama announces that Joe Biden will be his running mate for the 2008 presidential campaign. The choice is seen as a strategic move to complement the ticket with Biden's foreign policy and national security experience, as well as his appeal to middle-class and blue-collar voters.

On November 4, 2008, Barack Obama and Joe Biden are elected with 53% of the popular vote and 365 electoral votes, defeating McCain–Palin's 173.

In March 2011, Biden leads negotiations with Congress to resolve federal spending levels, resulting in the Budget Control Act of 2011 being signed on August 2, 2011. The Act addresses the U.S. debt ceiling crisis and prevents a government shutdown.

On November 6, 2012, Barack Obama and Joe Biden win reelection over Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan with 332 Electoral College votes and 51% of the popular vote.

Joe Biden is inaugurated to a second term on January 20, 2013, at a small ceremony at Number One Observatory Circle, his official residence, with Justice Sonia Sotomayor presiding. A public ceremony takes place on January 21.

Joe Biden's son Beau Biden, an Army Judge Advocate, passed away in 2015 from brain cancer. Beau had served in Iraq and later became Delaware Attorney General. His death marked a significant loss for the Biden family and the nation, contributing to the family's enduring challenges.

During his second term, Biden is often said to be preparing for a bid for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination. On October 21, 2015, Biden announces his decision not to run for president in 2016.

On April 25, 2019, Joe Biden launches his presidential campaign, expressing concern about the Trump administration and a 'sense of duty.'

During the 2020 presidential campaign, Joe Biden pledged to lead a significant effort to reduce long-standing racial disparities in healthcare.

When Bernie Sanders suspends his campaign on April 8, 2020, Biden becomes the Democratic Party's presumptive nominee for president.

On April 13, 2020, Bernie Sanders endorses Biden in a live-streamed discussion from their homes.

Former President Barack Obama endorses Biden the next day after Sanders, on April 14, 2020.

On August 11, 2020, Biden announces U.S. Senator Kamala Harris of California as his running mate, making her the first African American and first South Asian American vice-presidential nominee on a major-party ticket.

On August 18, 2020, Biden is officially nominated at the 2020 Democratic National Convention as the Democratic Party nominee for president in the 2020 election.

Following his defeat, Donald Trump refuses to concede, insisting the election had been 'stolen' from him through 'voter fraud.' He challenges the results in court and promotes numerous conspiracy theories in an attempt to overturn the election results.

On November 3, 2020, Joe Biden won the presidential election against incumbent President Donald Trump, becoming the 46th President of the United States.

On November 7, 2020, Joe Biden, alongside his running mate Kamala Harris, secured victory in the 2020 presidential election, defeating incumbents Donald Trump and Mike Pence. This outcome marked a significant shift in the political landscape.

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were declared winners of the 2020 election after several days of vote counting. The Electoral College later confirmed their victory, but President Trump refused to concede.

On November 23, 2020, General Services Administrator Emily W. Murphy formally recognizes Biden as the apparent winner of the 2020 election and authorizes the start of a transition process to the Biden administration.

On December 8, 2020, President-elect Joe Biden announced his nomination of Austin as the next Secretary of Defense in an op-ed published by the Atlantic.

After the Capitol was cleared, Congress resumes its joint session and officially certifies the election results, with Vice President Mike Pence declaring Biden and Harris the winners.

On January 20, 2021, Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States. The inauguration marked the official commencement of Biden's presidency, bringing with it a renewed focus on unity and addressing pressing national issues.

Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States.

U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga meet at the new White House to discuss various issues, including the complete denuclearization of North Korea.

In the first 100 days, Biden signs executive orders, addresses the COVID-19 pandemic, passes the American Rescue Plan Act, and sets the tone for his administration.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki announces the Biden administration's new approach for the complete denuclearization of the Korean peninsula, emphasizing a calibrated and practical approach open to diplomacy. This marks a departure from previous policies of 'strategic patience' and 'grand bargain.'

U.S. President Joe Biden and South Korean President Moon Jae-in release a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to pursue diplomacy and dialogue in addressing North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Biden also announces career diplomat Sung Kim as his envoy to North Korea.

Biden addressed the fall of Kabul in a video conference, ordering assistance in the evacuation.

Biden participated in a week of summits in Europe, addressing various important issues.

Biden tests positive for COVID-19, experiences mild symptoms, and is treated with Paxlovid. He continues to work in isolation.

Classified documents dating to Biden's vice presidency are discovered in a locked closet at the Penn Biden Center, leading to an investigation.

In the midterm elections, Republicans secure a slim majority in the House, and Democrats maintain control of the Senate. Biden is credited for the Democrats' performance.

Biden led the U.S. response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, imposing sanctions and authorizing weapons shipments.

Biden confirmed he would run for a second term as president in the 2024 election, with Harris as his running mate. The campaign launched four years after the start of his 2020 presidential campaign.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy initiated a formal impeachment inquiry against Biden.

Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, leading to a war. Biden supported Israel and called for military aid.

The upcoming presidential election in the United States scheduled for 2024.