Their dealmaking cooperation represents an unusual moment in the polarized world of U.S. politics. But it did not stop both Trump and Biden from touting their respective roles.

Netanyahu's office said Hamas had "reneged on parts of the agreement reached with the mediators and Israel in an effort to extort last-minute concessions."

As Washington prepares for a new administration, a souvenir shop offers discounted Biden and Harris merchandise on Jan. 10. | Stephen Voss for POLITICO President Joe Biden’s bid for historical greatness came to grief in one day: Nov.

Significant progress was made on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal once the administrations of Joe Biden and Donald Trump began working hand in hand to make the case for urgency, outgoing U.S.

Biden conveyed his deep appreciation for first lady Jill Biden, who joined him in the Oval Office. “My deepest appreciation to our amazing first lady with me in the Oval today, for our entire family, you’re the love of my life and the lives of my love,” he said. “My eternal thanks to you, the American people.”

Joe Biden gave his final TV sitdown interview to MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell this evening, as the outgoing president reflected on his accomplishments, including the recent ceasefire deal reached between Israel and Hamas.

Biden is departing Washington having given the fewest news conferences and media interviews of the last seven presidents.

President Joe Biden’s last days in the White House were packed with a series of policy decisions aimed at cementing his legacy and, in some cases, blocking President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda.

As President Joe Biden leaves office, many are expressing that his legacy will be tarnished over his reluctance to keep Israel in check in its response to the Oct. 7 Hamas attack.

America stands hours away from the second Trumpian era. But around the world, it feels like it has already begun.