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Joe Biden Archive

Archives for November 2020

Politics
Joe Biden reacts to his presidential victory: “It’s time for America to unite and to heal”Joe Biden reacts to his presidential victory: “It’s time for America to unite and to heal”
Politics

Biden is set to give a victory speech on Saturday evening after multiple outlets called the race.

By Li Zhou
Politics
Trump has rejected media calls of a Joe Biden victoryTrump has rejected media calls of a Joe Biden victory
Politics

In a statement, the president accused Biden of “rushing to falsely pose as the winner,” vowing a legal challenge.

By Katelyn Burns
Politics
Why so many young people showed up on Election DayWhy so many young people showed up on Election Day
Politics

Young voter turnout surged in response to key issues like the pandemic, racism, and climate change.

By Lili Pike
Politics
The White House is dealing with another Covid-19 outbreakThe White House is dealing with another Covid-19 outbreak
Politics

Five people have tested positive, including chief of staff Mark Meadows, as the US sees record daily case counts.

By Katelyn Burns
Politics
Joe Biden didn’t claim victory on Friday — but he urged Americans to be patientJoe Biden didn’t claim victory on Friday — but he urged Americans to be patient
Politics

The president-elect expressed confidence in the democratic process and that a consensus would emerge that he is the winner.

By Nicole Narea
Features
What if Trump refuses to concede the election?What if Trump refuses to concede the election?
Features

President-elect Joe Biden doesn’t have many options to force out Trump.

By Alex Ward
Politics
Joe Biden’s health care plan, explained in 800 wordsJoe Biden’s health care plan, explained in 800 words
Politics

Joe Biden wants to improve Obamacare. Here’s how his plan works.

By Dylan Scott
Politics
Hispanic voters helped decide the election — and not just in Miami-DadeHispanic voters helped decide the election — and not just in Miami-Dade
Politics

The contests in Arizona, Texas, Nevada, and Wisconsin also hinged on Hispanic voters.

By Nicole Narea
Politics
Trump: Stop counting the votes! Pennsylvania’s AG: Nope.Trump: Stop counting the votes! Pennsylvania’s AG: Nope.
Politics

Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania’s top law enforcement official, promises his state will count all its 2020 election votes.

By Alex Ward
Politics
In election night speech, Biden says he’s “on track” to win the 2020 electionIn election night speech, Biden says he’s “on track” to win the 2020 election
Politics

Biden says he believes he’ll win Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin — and maybe Georgia.

By Alex Ward
Politics
How Latinos in Miami-Dade County helped Trump win FloridaHow Latinos in Miami-Dade County helped Trump win Florida
Politics

Biden needed to win big in Miami-Dade County. But Trump ate into his margins among Latinos.

By Nicole Narea
Politics
The final 24 hours: Two candidates, two vastly different messagesThe final 24 hours: Two candidates, two vastly different messages
Politics

In separate rallies in key campaign states, Biden chose a fiery approach, and Trump rehashed old grievances.

By Constance Grady
8 lessons from the voters who could decide the 2020 election
Features

Vox talked to dozens of voters ahead of the 2020 election. Here’s what we learned.

By Li Zhou, Dylan Scott and 2 more
Politics
Final Pennsylvania presidential polls have Biden winning the pivotal swing stateFinal Pennsylvania presidential polls have Biden winning the pivotal swing state
Politics

Pollsters found Trump would need a repeat of 2016’s surprise results to win the state again.

By Alex Abad-Santos
Politics
How the US could make amends for family separationsHow the US could make amends for family separations
Politics

Rep. Joaquin Castro explains why he’s calling for a human rights commission.

By Nicole Narea