US President Joe Biden has once again found himself at the center of online controversy after a video surfaced showing him seemingly about to kiss another woman. The undated clip, which went viral on social media, comes at a time when Biden is facing growing calls to step aside from the 2024 presidential race.
The video, seemingly taken during an event in the East Room of the White House, shows Biden engaged in a conversation with a blonde-haired woman dressed in dark blue. Jill Biden, dressed in a similar but lighter shade of blue, can be seen rushing onto the stage to briefly interact with her husband during the conversation. Biden appears taken aback by his wife’s arrival, seemingly realizing his mistake, before breaking away from the woman to leave the podium.
While some social media users claimed that Biden was on the verge of kissing the other woman, others defended him, stating that he was simply engaged in conversation. The video’s authenticity has not been disputed, and a quick search indicates that it is at least a few months old, with similar claims being made on March 18. News articles from that time suggest the video was taken during a White House event celebrating Women’s History Month, where Biden also signed an executive order on women’s health.
The controversy surrounding the video comes as Biden faces unprecedented pressure to abandon his presidential bid. Many prominent figures within the Democratic Party have echoed calls for him to step aside. This week, the Biden campaign suffered a setback when the president was diagnosed with COVID-19, forcing him to isolate.
Despite these recent events, the 80-year-old Biden has repeatedly reaffirmed his commitment to seeking re-election. Close advisors told Bloomberg on Friday that Biden remains determined to run and believes he has the delegates necessary to secure the Democratic nomination. They also pointed to his history of overcoming adversity and defying expectations, suggesting that he is not easily deterred.
