The United States is in mourning following the passing of Joseph R. Biden Jr., the 46th President of the United States, who died peacefully at his home in Wilmington, Delaware, at the age of 81. Surrounded by his family, his passing—believed to be from natural causes—marks the close of a public career that spanned more than five decades and left a profound mark on American history.
Biden’s political journey began in 1972, when he was elected to the U.S. Senate from Delaware, becoming one of the youngest senators in the nation’s history. He went on to serve as Vice President under President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017 and as President from 2021 to 2025. Known for his empathy, steady leadership, and connection with everyday Americans, his presidency oversaw continued recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, major investments in infrastructure, and ambitious climate initiatives.
Tributes have poured in from across the political spectrum and around the world. Former President Barack Obama described him as “a man of deep faith, unwavering principles, and extraordinary kindness.” The current President ordered flags to be flown at half-staff, calling Biden “a steady hand in turbulent times.”
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