As he approaches the end of his term, Biden aims to shape his legacy with a focus on foreign policy successes amid challenges.
Biden's Last Week as President: A Defense of Foreign Policy Achievements
Biden's Last Week as President: A Defense of Foreign Policy Achievements
In his final week, President Biden emphasizes the strength of U.S. alliances and the weakening of adversaries.
As President Biden enters the last week of his administration, he is set to deliver a significant speech on foreign policy on Monday afternoon. With only seven days remaining before handing over the presidency to President-elect Donald J. Trump, Biden is keen to showcase his administration's accomplishments on the international stage and assert that America is stronger now than it was four years ago.
The address, scheduled for 2 p.m. at the State Department, will highlight Biden's successes in fortifying alliances in both Europe against Russian threats and in the Asia-Pacific region in response to China's rise. Biden intends to convey the message that America's adversaries, specifically Russia, China, and Iran, are, in fact, weaker than when he took office.
Jake Sullivan, Biden's national security adviser, previewed the speech on CNN's "State of the Union," stating, "He’s going to ask the question: is America stronger than we were four years ago? And he’s going to answer the question with a definitive yes." Sullivan underscored the narrative that alliances have strengthened under Biden's stewardship and that the nation's military engagements have been effectively managed to avoid direct wars.
This address marks the beginning of a series of communications from Biden aimed at consolidating his legacy. He is also slated to make a broader farewell address to the American public on Wednesday evening and will focus on conservation achievements in subsequent speeches.
However, Biden's foreign policy tenure has been marred by significant global conflicts, particularly in Ukraine and Gaza, prompting criticism from Trump and others who have linked these conflicts to perceived failures in Biden's administration. This turbulent backdrop has contributed to Biden's declining political standing, ultimately leading to his decision not to seek re-election. As he prepares to leave office, Biden's defense of his foreign policy is both a reflection of achievements and an effort to counter the narratives of his critics.
The address, scheduled for 2 p.m. at the State Department, will highlight Biden's successes in fortifying alliances in both Europe against Russian threats and in the Asia-Pacific region in response to China's rise. Biden intends to convey the message that America's adversaries, specifically Russia, China, and Iran, are, in fact, weaker than when he took office.
Jake Sullivan, Biden's national security adviser, previewed the speech on CNN's "State of the Union," stating, "He’s going to ask the question: is America stronger than we were four years ago? And he’s going to answer the question with a definitive yes." Sullivan underscored the narrative that alliances have strengthened under Biden's stewardship and that the nation's military engagements have been effectively managed to avoid direct wars.
This address marks the beginning of a series of communications from Biden aimed at consolidating his legacy. He is also slated to make a broader farewell address to the American public on Wednesday evening and will focus on conservation achievements in subsequent speeches.
However, Biden's foreign policy tenure has been marred by significant global conflicts, particularly in Ukraine and Gaza, prompting criticism from Trump and others who have linked these conflicts to perceived failures in Biden's administration. This turbulent backdrop has contributed to Biden's declining political standing, ultimately leading to his decision not to seek re-election. As he prepares to leave office, Biden's defense of his foreign policy is both a reflection of achievements and an effort to counter the narratives of his critics.
