Introduction
Joe Biden is an American politician who served as the 46th President of the United States from 2021 to 2025. He is known for his long career in public service, decades in the U.S. Senate, two terms as Vice President under Barack Obama, and his focus on middle-class issues, foreign policy, and unity. Before becoming president, he was one of the longest-serving senators in U.S. history, representing Delaware.
Career
Early Debut: Elected to the New Castle County Council in 1970. Won election to the U.S. Senate from Delaware in 1972 at age 29, becoming one of the youngest senators in history.
Senate Service: Served six terms in the Senate from 1973 to 2009. Chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee and Foreign Relations Committee. Authored key legislation including the Violence Against Women Act.
Vice Presidency: Served as the 47th Vice President of the United States under President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017. Played major roles in economic recovery, foreign policy (including Iraq and Ukraine), and the Affordable Care Act.
Presidential Campaigns: Ran for president in 1988 and 2008 (withdrew both times). Won the Democratic nomination in 2020 and defeated incumbent Donald Trump to become the 46th President.
Presidency (2021–2025): Focused on infrastructure, climate change, COVID-19 recovery, and international alliances. Signed major bills including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Left office on January 20, 2025.
Post-Presidency: In 2025, signed with Hollywood talent agency CAA for potential speaking, media, and book projects. Diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer in May 2025 and began treatment. Has made limited public appearances, focusing on family, writing, and occasional Democratic events while largely staying out of the spotlight in 2026.
Family Life
Joe Biden was born on November 20, 1942, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He is the son of Joseph Biden Sr. and Catherine "Jean" Biden and has three siblings. His first wife, Neilia Hunter, and their infant daughter Naomi died in a car accident in 1972. He has three surviving children from his first marriage and second marriage: Beau Biden (deceased 2015 from brain cancer), Hunter Biden, and Ashley Biden. He married his second wife, Dr. Jill Biden (an educator), in 1977. The couple has seven grandchildren and one great-grandson (William Brannon Neal IV, born in 2025 to granddaughter Naomi).
Joe Biden Net Worth
As of 2026, Joe Biden's net worth (combined with Jill Biden) is estimated to be around $4 – 8 million. He has earned primarily through decades of public service salaries, pensions, book deals, speaking engagements after leaving office, and real estate investments.
Notable Achievements
- Served 36 years in the U.S. Senate, one of the longest tenures in Delaware history.
- Two-term Vice President of the United States (2009–2017).
- 46th President of the United States (2021–2025).
- Authored the Violence Against Women Act and played key roles in major legislation on crime, foreign policy, and infrastructure.
- Overcame significant personal tragedies while maintaining a long political career.
- Became a great-grandfather during/after his presidency.