Biden stumps for NJ Gov. Corzine at union convention, says has unwavering White House supportOctober 7th, 2009 Biden stumps for NJ's Corzine at union conventionATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Vice President Joe Biden says New Jersey Gov.
VP Biden heading to visits with NATO allies Poland, Romania, Czech Republic in late OctoberOctober 6th, 2009 Biden heads to Poland, Romania, Czech RepublicWASHINGTON — Vice President Joe Biden is heading to Europe to meet with NATO allies. The White House on Tuesday said Biden will visit Poland, Romania and Czech Republic from October 20-24.
Michelle Obama favoured Biden over Hillary for vice-president, book claimsSeptember 22nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new book has claimed that U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama prevented Hillary Clinton from becoming her husband's vice-presidential nominee.
Biden confident Iraq won't alter withdrawal timetable for US troopsSeptember 17th, 2009 Biden: Iraq won't alter troop withdrawal timingBAGHDAD — Vice President Joe Biden says he is confident that Iraq will not alter the timetable for the withdrawal of American troops. Biden told reporters in Baghdad on Thursday that there are a number of steps that would have to be taken before Iraq could call a referendum that could alter the so-called status of forces agreement.
Biden to mark Sept. 11 anniversary in New York, Obama at PentagonSeptember 10th, 2009 Biden to mark Sept. 11 anniversary in New YorkWASHINGTON — The White House says Vice President Joe Biden will travel to New York on Friday to mark the anniversary of the Sept.
Biden to attend funeral Mass for Eunice Kennedy Shriver in Hyannis, Mass.August 13th, 2009 Biden to attend service for Eunice Kennedy ShriverWASHINGTON — Vice President Joe Biden plans to attend funeral services for Eunice Kennedy Shriver on Friday. White House officials said Thursday that the vice president would pay his respects to the founder of the Special Olympics, who died Tuesday at the age of 88.
Biden due in Ukraine to pledge continued US support despite reset with RussiaJuly 20th, 2009 Biden to support Ukraine despite Russian resetKIEV, Ukraine — U.S. Vice President Joe Biden is due in Kiev for a three-day visit to pledge continued support for Ukraine's westward drive, despite Washington's efforts to improve relations with Russia.
White House says VP Biden in Iraq, made surprise trip there as US troops leave citiesJuly 2nd, 2009 White House: VP Biden has traveled to IraqWASHINGTON — The White House says Vice President Joe Biden is in Iraq. He's there to visit U.S.
White House appoints longtime victims' advocate to combat domestic violence, sexual assaultJune 26th, 2009 White House appoints domestic violence adviserWASHINGTON — A longtime advocate for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault was named to a new post Friday as a White House adviser on violence against women. In announcing the appointment of Lynn Rosenthal, Vice President Joe Biden said that creating the job allows the White House to revive a focus on domestic violence issues — which Biden said were not at the forefront during the Bush administration.
White House says US watching for irregularities in Iran's contested presidential electionJune 13th, 2009 White House keeps close watch on Iran campaignWASHINGTON — The White House says it is monitoring Iran's presidential election results, including reports of voter fraud. White House press secretary Robert Gibbs said Saturday the Obama administration is keeping close watch on the election process, "including reports of irregularities."
He said the White House was impressed "by the vigorous debate and enthusiasm that this election generated, particularly among young Iranians."
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad (ah-muh-DEE'-neh-zhahd) has claimed victory.
Biden: White House to 'ramp up' economic recovery; tough jobs report includes signs of hopeJune 5th, 2009 Biden: White House to 'ramp up' economic recoveryWASHINGTON — Vice President Joe Biden said Friday the White House plans to "ramp up" the pace of its economic recovery efforts as the government reported the unemployment rate jumped to its highest level in over a quarter-century. Addressing reporters, Biden said the latest jobs report reflects how millions of Americans are still hurting, but he also said there were "some signs of hope today."
The jobless rate in May shot up from 8.9 percent to 9.4 percent and 345,000 more jobs were slashed from company payrolls.
Are Biden's gaffes straining his relations with Obama?May 23rd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Right after his November election as the US Vice-President, a series of blunders have dogged down Joe Biden. The latest question being asked in Washington circles is-Have Biden's faux pas strained his relations with President Barack Obama?
Biden's aides are having a tough time defending their vice president's goof-ups, as also his relationship with Obama, The Politico reports.
Minnesota Senate candidate Franken meeting with Biden in Washington to discuss recount, policyMay 9th, 2009 Franken meeting with vice president in WashingtonWASHINGTON — Minnesota Senate candidate Al Franken is in Washington for a private meeting with Vice President Joe Biden. Franken, a Democrat, was to meet with Biden late Wednesday afternoon.
US Vice-President Biden is a habitual liar, says Republican strategist RoveApril 10th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Republican strategist Karl Rove has called Vice President Joe Biden a "liar" for claiming that he scolded former President George W Bush in private meetings. "I hate to say this, but he's a serial exaggerator.
Obama met Gorbachev last week: White HouseMarch 24th, 2009 WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama met with former Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev here last Friday, the White House has confirmed. The meeting was not on Obama's official daily schedule.