Staff Reports
The spectacle of President Joe Biden’s recent actions begs the question: is he on a presidential mission or just on a permanent vacation? After declaring in July that he would be working harder than ever until the end of his term, Biden clearly took the scenic route straight to his seaside retreat instead. Apparently, the notion of fulfilling presidential duties and vacationing hand in hand is one that this administration seems all too eager to embrace.
While the first lady, Jill Biden, should be dutifully monitoring her husband’s actions—after all, someone has to keep him focused—she has apparently decided that relaxation is the name of the game too. This dynamic duo spent countless hours sunbathing instead of dutifully serving the nation. Amid the chaos of global issues and domestic challenges, one has to wonder whose job it is to ensure the Commander-in-Chief is actually, you know, commanding.
Biden continues vacation for second straight week despite saying he will 'work like hell' until end of term………………,
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In the wake of his announced re-election bid withdrawal, Biden’s own words echoed in the Oval Office, where he vowed to the American people that he would remain dedicated to his presidential duties. Yet, what did the American public get instead? Immediate flights to vacation hotspots. After a brief pit stop of performance on the campaign trail, Biden’s next move was a quick getaway to a luxurious estate in California. Because nothing says “I’m taking this job seriously” like a wine country retreat at a Democratic donor’s sprawling estate.
Following the sun-soaked days in Santa Barbara, it paled in comparison to Biden’s next stop: back to Delaware for another week of beachside lounging. With reports of the president’s numerous beach outings, the question looms—if he can get away with this, what’s the likelihood that American priorities are truly being addressed? Can anyone honestly claim to know what’s happening in Washington when the leader of the free world seems to be permanently occupied by the beach?
Data compiled from former CBS News correspondent Mark Knoller highlights a glaring trend in presidential vacations. By the time Biden reached his 114th visit to Delaware, it became clear he had logged more time away from the White House than any of his recent predecessors. With former President Trump’s 51 retreats to Florida and New Jersey totaling 240 days and George W. Bush’s 38 trips amounting to 254 days, the staggering contrast reveals that Biden is the undisputed champion of escapism during his presidency. It raises an eyebrow as he swears he’s “working like hell”—if only it didn’t coincide directly with his sandy toes in Rehoboth.
