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President Joe Biden is preparing to deliver two significant speeches before leaving office, marking the culmination of over 50 years in public service. According to sources familiar with the plans, the addresses will reflect on his administration’s achievements and broader themes from his career.
The first speech will focus on foreign policy and is expected to occur shortly after Biden returns from a visit to Italy on January 12. The second will be a farewell address, offering a final message to the nation as his presidency concludes on January 20.
In his farewell address, Biden is expected to share a vision for America’s future while reflecting on his decades of public service, including his tenure in the White House. The speech is anticipated to mirror the tone of previous presidents’ parting remarks, such as Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama, who used their final addresses to inspire hope and outline lessons for the nation.
Biden’s foreign policy speech will likely emphasize the importance of global alliances. Sources indicate he will highlight the expansion and strengthening of NATO and U.S. partnerships in the Indo-Pacific. The president is also expected to underscore his administration’s unwavering support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s ongoing invasion.
While his foreign policy legacy will be central, it remains unclear whether the speech will delve into the controversial U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, which faced bipartisan criticism and resulted in the deaths of 13 American service members.
Domestically, the president’s schedule remains full during his final days. He will visit New Orleans to meet with families of victims of a recent attack and highlight environmental achievements in California before heading to Rome and Vatican City for what is likely his last international trip.
Additionally, Biden is expected to issue more pardons focusing on addressing sentencing disparities. However, sources say he has yet to decide on clemency for individuals who may face political retribution under the incoming Trump administration.
With these speeches, Biden seeks to cement his legacy, blending reflections on his presidency with a forward-looking message for the nation.
