The History of Presidential Farewells and Transitions
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In Farewell Address, Biden Warns of an ‘Oligarchy’ Taking Shape in America
President Biden did not explicitly name President-elect Donald J. Trump, but his remarks went straight at the tension at the heart of the incoming White House.The New York Times - 3h -
Biden, in farewell address, warns about dangers of unchecked power in ultra-wealthy
President Biden, in his farewell address to the nation, said there is a "short distance between peril and possibility."ABC News - 4h -
Full Transcript of President Biden’s Farewell Address
The president delivered the 17-minute speech from the Oval Office in the White House.The New York Times - 5h -
Biden argues 'oligarchy,' social media are threats to democracy in farewell address
President Joe Biden's farewell address on Wednesday came with a series of warnings for the future of the country, including a rising “oligarchy taking shape” that he said threatens American democracy.NBC News - 5h -
Live coverage: Biden's farewell speech comes on heels of raucous confirmation hearings
President Biden delivered a somewhat grim primetime farewell speech on Wednesday from the Oval Office to mark the final days of his presidency. The speech is among Biden's last as president and ...The Hill - 7h -
Biden warns ‘oligarchy is taking shape in America’ in farewell address – live
US president also took credit for Gaza ceasefire deal, which was agreed hours earlier. Joe Biden says ‘soul of America’ still at stake in farewell letter as president Fact-checking and ...The Guardian - 6h -
City-bound Reis bids farewell to Palmeiras squad
Palmeiras have not registered Vitor Reis for the 2025 Campeonato Paulista with the teenage defender expected to join Manchester City.ESPN - 13h -
Biden prepares to deliver a farewell address before leaving office
President Joe Biden will deliver a farewell address to the nation from the Oval Office on Wednesday, days before President-elect Donald Trump is inaugurated. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell reports on ...NBC News - 2d -
Biden announces he will deliver farewell address from Oval Office
President Biden will deliver a farewell address to the nation from the Oval Office on Wednesday. The news comes after he recently highlighted his administration’s economic performance following a ...NBC News - 4d -
Wray bids farewell to FBI: Agency must sidestep 'partisanship and politics'
Outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray stressed during his farewell address that the bureau must sidestep “partisanship and politics” in maintaining “independence” and “objectivity.” Wray ...The Hill - 5d -
A Judge Cements Trump’s Felony Into History
He can appeal his conviction, but it’s no longer clear that he’ll get very far.The New York Times - 5d -
Biden to give prime-time farewell address to nation
President Joe Biden will give his farewell address to the nation in prime time on Wednesday, Jan. 15.ABC News - 5d -
Biden to deliver a farewell address to the nation on Wednesday
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden will deliver a farewell address to the country next Wednesday, the White House announced on Friday.NBC News - 5d -
Biden to give farewell address Wednesday
President Biden will deliver his farewell address Wednesday to the nation to mark the end of his four years as president, the White House announced. He will deliver his last address at 8 p.m. EST ...The Hill - 5d -
Biden to deliver farewell address from Oval Office on Wednesday night
President Biden will deliver a farewell address to the nation from the Oval Office on Wednesday, Jan. 15, the White House announced.CBS News - 5d -
EU assures energy stability as Slovakia slams Kiev's gas transit cut
Yahoo News - 5d -
America bids farewell to Carter — and remembers an era before Trump
Washington commemorates statesman with political virtues many fear are now in short supplyFinancial Times - 6d -
Trump transition team considering D.C.-area immigration raid showcase
The incoming Trump administration is considering conducting a high-profile raid targeting undocumented immigrants in its initial days, according to three people familiar with the discussions. NBC ...NBC News - 6d -
Trump lashes out at transition as Biden pushes policies
President-elect Trump is ripping President Biden over what he says is a difficult transition period, expressing frustration with the current president for still seeking to set policies that fly in ...The Hill - 6d -
Biden said he told Trump not to ‘settle scores’ during transition meeting
President Biden said he told President-elect Trump not to try to settle scores in their first meeting to start the presidential transition process after Trump’s victory. “I was very straightforward ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Lebanon prepares for presidential vote in test of Hizbollah’s power
Parliamentary election follows two years of political deadlock blamed on militant group now weakened by war with IsraelFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
Biden administration eases sanctions on transitional Syrian government after Assad ouster
The Biden administration has eased sanctions blocking transactions with the transitional Syrian government following the ousting of longtime dictator Bashar Assad. The move marks a gesture of ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Trump chief of staff praises Biden counterpart for transition work
Susie Wiles, President-elect Trump’s incoming White House chief of staff, praised President Biden's chief of staff Jeff Zients for his help during the presidential transition. Zients “has been very ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Trump: Biden ‘doing everything possible’ to make transition difficult
President-elect Trump on Monday accused President Biden of making the presidential transition difficult, citing recent executive orders on climate and other official acts Biden has taken in his ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Congress certifies Trump's presidential victory without melodrama
Politico - Jan. 6 -
Trump transition falling short of hiring goals, sources say
Offer letters is expected to go out Monday to political appointees in Trump's incoming administration, sources say.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
What to know about Venezuela's upcoming presidential inauguration
The next presidential term in Venezuela is set to begin Friday, when the ruling party-controlled congress will host a swearing-in ceremony for President Nicolás MaduroABC News - Jan. 6 -
Magic, Messi get Presidential Medal of Freedom
Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Lionel Messi received the Presidential Medal of Freedom during a ceremony Saturday at the White House.ESPN - Jan. 5 -
Connor Bedard Is In Pursuit Of Blackhawks History
Connor Bedard is in pursuit of an incredible record in the Chicago Blackhawks history books.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5 -
Who Are the Recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom?
The honorees included high-profile figures like Hillary Clinton, the singer Bono and the philanthropist and donor George Soros.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
White House announces Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients
The White House announced the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. The 19 honorees include former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, international ...NBC News - Jan. 4 -
Farewell to a bad year
The unexpected happened at home and abroad, auguring a new year of chaos and civil unrest.The Hill - Jan. 3 -
When History Rhymes
We cover the surprising parallels between Donald Trump and a president from the past.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Ukraine ends transit of Russian gas to Europe in 'historic event'
Yahoo News - Jan. 1 -
Russian gas flows to Europe via Ukraine cease as transit agreement expires
Ukraine president hails ‘one of Moscow’s biggest defeats’ as deal’s end brings power cuts in breakaway Moldovan region. Russian gas has stopped flowing to Europe via Ukraine, ending a major energy ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Era of cheap Russian gas to EU ends as transit across Ukraine stops
The EU says most states will not be affected but other European countries, including Moldova, are facing shortages.BBC News - Jan. 1 -
Ukraine ends transit of Russian gas to EU
Yahoo News - Jan. 1 -
Jimmy Carter Made Jeans Presidential
He projected authenticity not just through his actions, but also with his uniform.The New York Times - Dec. 30
