**The End of the Biden Presidency: Struggles, Missteps, and Legacy**

Wed Apr 02 2025 05:02:13 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
**The End of the Biden Presidency: Struggles, Missteps, and Legacy**

Examining the final chapter of Joe Biden's presidency reveals the challenges he faced and the internal dynamics that contributed to his undoing.


As Biden exits the White House and Donald Trump prepares to take over, the comparison to past presidents and the nuances of Biden’s turbulent term illuminate a complex legacy.


Standing before an audience at Washington's National Cathedral to pay tribute to former President Jimmy Carter, Joe Biden found himself reflecting on both the end of a presidency and the uncertainty of his own political legacy. Beside him were three former presidents who secured re-election—George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama—contrasting Biden’s pending exit after a single term marked by division and disappointment. In recent remarks, Biden expressed hopes that history would remember him as a leader who aimed to restore the economy and American leadership globally, but with his approval ratings plummeting to 39%, that aspiration feels increasingly precarious.

Biden's presidency is often viewed as a brief intermission between two Trump administrations, with the narrative suggesting his time in office served more as a footnote than a significant pivot against a backdrop of shifting political ideologies. Susan Estrich, a Democratic strategist, argued that rather than being celebrated as a savior from Trump’s first term, Biden would likely be remembered as the bridge leading into Trump’s second term—a reminder of the persistent partisan divides in American politics.

The difficulties began early with the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, a move that Biden endorsed despite military warnings. The backlash from this event marked the beginning of eroded public confidence, which never fully recovered. Domestically, Biden's administration was slow to address rising inflation and immigration surges, failing to effectively engage the economic concerns of everyday Americans. Despite legislative achievements, including the American Rescue Plan and significant infrastructure spending, the substantial time required for these policies to yield benefits compounded public frustration.

Amid external pressures, Biden’s team displayed signs of internal discord with an increasingly insular decision-making process. The inner circle of advisors, while experienced, struggled to adapt to the rapid changes in the political landscape, which included aggressive opposition from Republicans and public skepticism about their initiatives. Critics noted that this insularity may have impeded the administration's ability to resonate with voters urgently seeking visible improvements in their lives.

As Biden officially announced his presidential campaign, his focus on combating Trump’s influence took precedence over addressing pressing economic and social issues. This approach, paired with indications of mental fatigue, particularly during debates, eroded his confidence among voters and contributed to an overall perception of vulnerability. As crises erupted both domestically—stemming from rising food prices and family troubles—and internationally—related to the conflict in Israel and Ukraine—Biden's presidency increasingly felt burdened by a mix of unresolved policy challenges.

The final act of Biden’s presidency saw him grappling with complex geopolitical issues while battling perceptions of his age and capability. The impeachment inquiry initiated against him and the burgeoning legal troubles surrounding his son further muddied the waters, making it difficult for Biden to project authority and decisiveness. As Donald Trump prepares to reclaim the presidency, Biden's decision to remain in the race is questioned, raising speculation about whether an earlier pivot would have allowed for a more robust competition among Democratic candidates.

Ultimately, Biden's tenure may be characterized by a mix of early successes and later failures, reflecting both the tumult of his experiences and the stark political realities he navigated. His legacy hangs in the balance—contingent upon how effectively Trump seeks to reverse or maintain Biden's achievements. Democratic insiders ponder what might have been if Biden had stepped aside, enabling a different candidate to emerge, yet now face the reality of a divided nation and a complex legacy shaped by both achievements and shortcomings. Time will reveal the historians' judgments on Biden’s presidency, but as transitions loom, what remains clear is the daunting path that lies ahead for the Democratic Party.

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