President Joe Biden has publicly declared his intention to remain active in both foreign and domestic policy matters after his term in office concludes.
The 81-year-old President, who has been a political figure for over half a century, made this announcement during a live appearance on ABC's on Wednesday.
As reported by Newsweek, Biden expressed his aspiration to continue his work in domestic policy with the University of Delaware's Biden Institute, and in foreign policy with the Penn Biden Center for Diplomacy and Global Engagement in Washington, D.C. This marks a significant moment in history as Biden is the first sitting president to appear live on the show, surpassing former President Barack Obama's taped visit in 2010.
Biden's decision to remain active post-presidency follows his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race after a disappointing performance at the CNN presidential debate. Subsequently, he endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency. When asked by the host, Ana Navarro, about his legacy after leaving the White House in January 2025, Biden responded, "I'm less concerned about what my legacy is. And although I'm leaving, you're stuck with me, I'm not going away."
He further elaborated on his post-presidency plans, stating, "There's so many other things I want to do in terms of the Biden Institute and foreign policy, and the Biden Institute in Delaware on domestic policy. To keep the things going that we started, and I think we can get it done."
The Penn Biden Center, one of the institutions Biden plans to work with, was previously involved in a controversy involving the discovery of classified documents from Biden's tenure as vice president. Similar sensitive materials from the Obama era were also found at Biden's Delaware residence. However, Special Counsel Robert Hur announced in February that no charges would be brought against Biden over the alleged mishandling of these documents.
Hur's report suggested that it would be challenging to convince a jury to convict Biden, who could present himself as a "sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory." This report reignited concerns about Biden's mental and physical fitness to seek another term in office.
Despite these controversies, Biden expressed contentment with his decision to withdraw from the reelection race during his appearance on ABC's. He described himself as a "transition president," paving the way for a new generation of leadership. Biden stated, "But what happened was, we were having so much success and getting things done that people thought we couldn't get done, I found myself having used more time than I would have ordinarily to pass that torch."
In a display of selflessness and dedication to his country, Biden decided to step aside and allow Harris to run for office. He expressed his love for his country, stating, "It was the greatest honor in the world sitting behind the resolute desk as president of the United States. I loved it but, it sounds corny, I love my country more."
Biden's decision to remain active in policy matters post-presidency reflects his commitment to public service and his belief in the importance of continuity in policy implementation. His dedication to his country, despite stepping down from the highest office, is a testament to his enduring commitment to the American people and their welfare.
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