Joe Biden Gives First Speech Since Leaving Office at a Chicago

Joe Biden made a rare public appearance on April 15, 2025, at a bipartisan conference in Chicago hosted by Advocates, Counselors, and Representatives for the Disabled (ACRD). Speaking at the Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, he criticized the current administration’s handling of Social Security, alleging cuts and access issues,

claiming, “They’ve taken a hatchet to Social Security, pushing 7,000 employees out the door.” Biden, dressed in a deep blue suit, appeared energetic, sparking social media praise for his refreshed look, with comments like “Biden looks younger” and “He looks healthy and stress-free.”