Staff Reports
Joe Biden has never been shy about his penchant for theatrics. From his whispered speeches to his odd attempts at folksy relatability, the president has always seemed desperate for one thing: a place in history. And now, with Donald Trump back on top after defeating Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election, there’s a growing possibility Biden might make one last dramatic move to cement his legacy—and hand conservatives a bitter pill to swallow in the process.
What if Biden resigns before January 20th, making Kamala Harris the 47th President of the United States?
To most Americans, this might sound absurd. But for a White House obsessed with identity politics, shattering glass ceilings, and trying to stick it to Trump at every turn, it’s not only possible—it’s strategic. The left could spin this as a groundbreaking moment: Harris, the first woman and first woman of color to sit in the Oval Office, even if only for a few weeks. It would be a footnote, sure, but a powerful one for the Democratic base.
Meanwhile, Biden gets to claim he made history. Instead of being remembered as a forgettable one-term president, overshadowed by both Barack Obama and the man who ousted him in 2020, Biden could rewrite his narrative as a selfless leader who “put the nation first” by breaking barriers.
And let’s not ignore the petty punchline: it would make Donald Trump the 48th president, not the 47th. For a man who markets himself with branding and slogans (think “45” and “47” plastered on everything from hats to coffee mugs), this would be a direct jab. Trump’s team would have to rebrand all that merchandise overnight, and the Democrats would likely gloat about derailing his carefully crafted messaging.
But here’s the catch: this would be nothing more than a hollow gimmick, one that spits in the face of democracy and underscores everything wrong with the Biden administration.
Kamala Harris lost. Badly. She didn’t just lose to Trump; she lost the confidence of the American people long before Election Day. Her dismal polling, inability to connect with voters, and a track record as one of the least visible and least effective vice presidents in modern history made her defeat inevitable. Forcing her into the history books through a technicality would cheapen the presidency and insult the millions of Americans who voted against her.
What’s worse, this move would only deepen the cynicism and division plaguing our political landscape. Americans are already skeptical of Washington elites rigging the system to benefit themselves. A stunt like this would be the ultimate act of political theater—ignoring the will of the voters to prioritize optics over substance.
Even Harris herself might not want the title under these circumstances. Being handed the presidency as a consolation prize wouldn’t vindicate her failures; it would highlight them. But Biden, ever the career politician, might not care about what she wants. This could be his final act of defiance—a way to burnish his legacy while thumbing his nose at Trump and the GOP.
Republicans should brace for this possibility. It’s entirely in line with the Democrats’ obsession with symbolism over results. Remember, this is the same party that put a pride flag on the White House but failed to secure the southern border, the same administration that crowed about “lowering inflation” while Americans watched their grocery bills skyrocket.
The Democrats have never hesitated to prioritize narratives over governance. Making Kamala Harris the 47th president—however briefly—would be no different.
For conservatives, this hypothetical scenario isn’t just a bizarre footnote in history; it’s a reminder of why we fight so hard for the principles of democracy, accountability, and merit. If Biden tries to rewrite the rules to boost his own legacy, it’ll only underscore how out of touch the left has become.
Let’s hope cooler heads prevail. But with this administration, nothing is off the table. Buckle up, America.
