Outgoing President Joe Biden has faced numerous embarrassing moments throughout his presidency, often drawing significant media attention and sparking controversy. From verbal gaffes to awkward interactions, these blunders have frequently made headlines and raised concerns about his ability to handle the pressures of the presidency.
One of his most notable gaffes occurred when he forgot the name of his own Defense Secretary, Lloyd Austin, and instead referred to him as “a Black man” during a July interview with Black Entertainment Television (BET). Biden was discussing his efforts to appoint Black people to high government positions when he mistakenly referred to Austin without using his name.
Another embarrassing moment came when Biden falsely claimed to have been present at “every mass shooting” while speaking at Ground Zero after the 9/11 anniversary. His comment, which suggested he had attended hundreds of mass shootings, contradicted the reality of his presidency and the number of incidents, given his limited time spent in office.
Biden also made headlines when he mistakenly referred to Vice President Kamala Harris as “Vice President Trump” during a speech. This slip-up, calling her by the name of her political rival, President-elect Donald Trump, was widely ridiculed.
In yet another gaffe, Biden referred to his chief of staff as “my commander in chief,” further adding to the list of verbal missteps that have characterized his presidency. These moments have raised questions about his ability to effectively navigate the complexities of leadership at the highest level.
