Joe Biden Says Leaders Still Call Him: Influence or Clinging to Relevance?
Joe Biden may have stepped away from the Oval Office, but according to him, the phone hasn’t stopped ringing. Speaking at a convention in San Diego, the former president claimed that world leaders and members of Congress continue to reach out for his perspective on politics and policy. His remarks, casual in tone but weighty in implication, have reignited debate over his lasting influence, his legacy, and whether he still holds sway in a political world eager to move forward.
Biden on Life After the Presidency
Asked about his post-White House life, Biden described himself as an unofficial adviser for global leaders. He said he regularly speaks with European officials about international affairs, though he emphasized that he holds no formal role.
“I get the calls,” Biden told the audience. “They still want to engage. They still ask me to weigh in, even if it’s unofficial.”
The audience responded with polite applause, but outside the event, reactions were divided. Supporters argued his decades of experience make him a natural sounding board. Critics dismissed the comments as exaggeration, pointing to the controversies that surrounded his presidency.
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