Joe Biden — 46th U.S. President (2021

President Details

President Number: 46
Years in Office: 2021 - 2025
Term Dates: January 20, 2021 – January 20, 2025
Political Party: Democratic
Vice President(s): Kamala Harris

Legacy Summary

Biden's presidency focused on managing the COVID-19 pandemic's aftermath and stabilizing the economy through the American Rescue Plan, while passing major legislation such as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act to invest in infrastructure, clean energy, and health care.

On foreign policy he oversaw the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan and led sustained U.S. support for Ukraine after Russia's 2022 invasion; his tenure emphasized restoring alliances, addressing global challenges, and shaping the federal judiciary with key appointments.

Notable Actions

Passed the American Rescue Plan for COVID-19 relief (2021); Enacted the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (2021); Signed the Inflation Reduction Act advancing climate and health policy (2022); Oversaw the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan (2021); Led sustained U.S. support for Ukraine after Russia's 2022 invasion; Appointed Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court

Timeline Entries

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Biden formally requests emergency supplemental funding for Israel, Ukraine, and the southern border

October 20, 2023 • Joe Biden

Legislation

Biden formally requests emergency supplemental funding for Israel, Ukraine, and the southern border

On October 20, 2023, the White House transmitted a formal request to Congress for emergency supplemental appropriations to provide military and humanitarian assistance to Israel and Ukraine and address border and humanitarian needs tied to the Israel–Hamas war.

Administration announces shipment of Patriot missile batteries and additional defensive aid to Israel

October 17, 2023 • Joe Biden

Foreign Policy

Administration announces shipment of Patriot missile batteries and additional defensive aid to Israel

The Biden administration announced it would send Patriot air‑defense batteries and other defensive equipment to Israel to help protect against incoming rockets and missiles following the Oct. 7 attack.

Biden orders deployment of about 2,000 additional U.S. troops to the Middle East

October 13, 2023 • Joe Biden

Military Action

Biden orders deployment of about 2,000 additional U.S. troops to the Middle East

President Biden directed the deployment of roughly 2,000 additional U.S. troops and support personnel to the Middle East to bolster forces already sent following the outbreak of the Israel–Hamas war.

White House announces deployment of U.S. naval assets and security assistance to Israel

October 9, 2023 • Joe Biden

Military Action

White House announces deployment of U.S. naval assets and security assistance to Israel

The Biden administration announced the deployment of U.S. naval assets to the eastern Mediterranean and additional security assistance for Israel amid the Israel–Gaza fighting.

Biden condemns Hamas's large-scale attack on Israel and pledges U.S. support

October 7, 2023 • Joe Biden

Foreign Policy

Biden condemns Hamas's large-scale attack on Israel and pledges U.S. support

After Hamas launched a large-scale cross-border attack from Gaza into Israel on October 7, President Biden publicly condemned the assault and pledged U.S. support for Israel’s security.

U.S. Labor Department releases September jobs report showing continued payroll gains

October 6, 2023 • Joe Biden

Economy

U.S. Labor Department releases September jobs report showing continued payroll gains

The Bureau of Labor Statistics published the September jobs report indicating continued growth in U.S. nonfarm payrolls and steady labor-market conditions.

Federal student loan repayments resume after pandemic pause

October 1, 2023 • Joe Biden

Domestic Policy

Federal student loan repayments resume after pandemic pause

On October 1, 2023, federal student loan repayments and interest accrual restarted after the multi-year administrative payment pause that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Signs short-term continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown

September 30, 2023 • Joe Biden

Legislation

Signs short-term continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown

President Biden signed a stopgap spending bill (continuing resolution) to keep federal agencies funded through mid-November 2023, averting a shutdown at the end of the fiscal year.

Address to the 78th United Nations General Assembly

September 21, 2023 • Joe Biden

Speech

Address to the 78th United Nations General Assembly

President Joe Biden delivered the United States' statement to the 78th UN General Assembly in New York, discussing global challenges including support for allies, multilateral cooperation, and shared security concerns.

Bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in New York during UN week

September 20, 2023 • Joe Biden

Foreign Policy

Bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in New York during UN week

Biden held a bilateral meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky in New York to reaffirm U.S. military and economic support for Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.

9/11 Commemoration at Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania

September 11, 2023 • Joe Biden

Speech

9/11 Commemoration at Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania

President Biden traveled to the Flight 93 National Memorial and delivered remarks marking the 22nd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.

Bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at G20

September 10, 2023 • Joe Biden

Foreign Policy

Bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at G20

On the sidelines of the G20 summit, Biden held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss defense cooperation, semiconductor supply chains, and climate and energy collaboration.

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