Joseph R. Biden Jr., the 46th President of the United States, has died at 81 at his home in Wilmington, Delaware, surrounded by family. Believed to have passed from natural causes, Biden’s death closes a five-decade public career marked by empathy, resilience, and dedication to the nation. From becoming one of the youngest U.S. senators in 1972 to serving as Vice President under Barack Obama and later as President from 2021 to 2025, he championed pandemic recovery, infrastructure investment, and climate action. His life was shaped by personal tragedy, including the loss of his first wife, infant daughter, and later his son Beau, yet he remained a steadfast advocate for hope, unity, and family. Tributes from leaders worldwide honor him as a steady hand in turbulent times. A national memorial service is planned in Washington, D.C., with a private burial in Delaware.
