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The following is a timeline of the presidency of Joe Biden during the fourth quarter of 2023, from October 1 to December 31, 2023. To navigate between quarters, see timeline of the Joe Biden presidency.

Timeline

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October 2023

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Week 141

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Sunday, October 1

Week 142

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, October 2
Tuesday, October 3
Senator Butler is sworn in by Vice President Harris
Wednesday, October 4
Thursday, October 5
Friday, October 6
President Biden and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier
Saturday, October 7
  • President Biden condemns the Hamas attacks in Israel, saying that he is ready to offer "all appropriate means of support to the Government and people of Israel".[4]
President Biden delivers remarks on the Hamas attacks in Israel
Sunday, October 8

Week 143

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, October 9
Tuesday, October 10
  • President Biden solidifies United States support for Israel and its right to defend itself.[citation needed]
President Biden delivers remarks on the Hamas attacks in Israel
Wednesday, October 11
President Biden meets with Jewish Community leaders
Thursday, October 12
Friday, October 13
President Biden meets virtually with relatives of Americans held hostage
Saturday, October 14
President Biden at the Human Rights Campaign national dinner
Sunday, October 15

Week 144

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, October 16
Tuesday, October 17
Wednesday, October 18
  • No candidates in the October 2023 Speaker of the United States House of Representatives election reach the threshold of 217 needed to be elected speaker after second round of voting. Democrat Hakeem Jeffries leads the ballot with 212 votes. [citation needed]
  • President Biden travels to Tel Aviv to express support for Israel in the Israel–Hamas war, meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and first responders and victims impacted by the Hamas attacks.[8]
  • President Biden announces a deal to allow humanitarian aid to enter Gaza, after a call with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.[8]
President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Thursday, October 19
President Biden addresses the nation on the Israel and Ukraine wars
Friday, October 20
  • No candidates in the October 2023 Speaker of the United States House of Representatives election reach the threshold needed to be elected speaker after third round of voting. Democrat Hakeem Jeffries leads the ballot with 210 votes.[9]
Saturday, October 21
Sunday, October 22

Week 145

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, October 23
Tuesday, October 24
President Biden delivers remarks
Wednesday, October 25
  • President Biden holds a bilateral meeting and joint press conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the White House.[12]
  • President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden host their fourth state dinner in honor of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his wife, Jodie Haydon.[12]
  • Republican Mike Johnson is elected as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives after 4 rounds of voting, which previous 3 rounds were all failed to elect Republican Jim Jordan as Speaker.[13][14]
President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Jodie Haydon
Thursday, October 26
  • Vice President Harris and Secretary Blinken host a state luncheon for Prime Minister Albanese at the Department of State.[citation needed]
  • Incumbent U.S. Representative Dean Phillips filed paperwork to run against President Biden for the Democratic nomination for President.[15]
From left: Evan Ryan, Antony Blinken, Jodie Haydon, Anthony Albanese, Kamala Harris, and Doug Emhoff at the Department of State
Friday, October 27
Saturday, October 28
Sunday, October 29

Week 146

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, October 30
President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at a Halloween event
Tuesday, October 31

November 2023

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Week 146

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Wednesday, November 1
Vice President Harris delivering remarks at the 2023 AI Safety Summit
Thursday, November 2
  • President Biden holds a bilateral meeting with Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader at the White House.[18]
  • President Biden holds a bilateral meeting with Chilean President Gabriel Boric at the White House.[18]
President Biden and Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader
President Biden and Chilean President Gabriel Boric
Friday, November 3
  • President Biden hosts the inaugural Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity Leaders' Summit at the White House.[19]
  • President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden visit Lewiston, Maine to honor the victims of the mass shooting.[20]
President Biden with national leaders of Latin America at the White House
President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at a memorial in Lewiston, Maine
Saturday, November 4
Sunday, November 5

Week 147

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, November 6
President Biden delivers remarks
Tuesday, November 7
Wednesday, November 8
Thursday, November 9
Friday, November 10
Saturday, November 11
President Biden, Vice President Harris and Secretary McDonough at Arlington National Cemetery
Sunday, November 12

Week 148

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, November 13
  • President Biden holds a bilateral meeting with Indonesian President Joko Widodo at the White House.[23]
President Biden and Indonesian President Joko Widodo
Tuesday, November 14
Wednesday, November 15
President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping
Thursday, November 16
President Biden with APEC leaders
President Biden with IPEF leaders
Friday, November 17
President Biden and Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador
Saturday, November 18
Sunday, November 19
  • President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden travel to Norfolk to celebrate a "Friendsgiving" with military personnel and families.[29]
President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at Naval Station Norfolk

Week 149

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, November 20
President Biden celebrates his 81st birthday
President Biden delivers remarks at the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation
Tuesday, November 21
Wednesday, November 22
Thursday, November 23
President Biden in Nantucket, Massachusetts
Friday, November 24
Saturday, November 25
Sunday, November 26

Week 150

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, November 27
  • First Lady Dr. Jill Biden unveils the White House holiday decor for the third time.[34][35]
The White House Christmas Tree
Tuesday, November 28
  • President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden attend the memorial service for former First Lady Rosalynn Carter.[36]
Wednesday, November 29
Thursday, November 30
President Biden and Angolan President João Lourenço
President Biden at the National Christmas Tree Lighting

December 2023

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Week 150

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Friday, December 1
Saturday, December 2
Sunday, December 3

Week 151

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, December 4
Tuesday, December 5
Wednesday, December 6
  • President Biden holds a virtual meeting with G7 leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.[39]
  • President Biden attends the White House Tribal Nations Summit and signs an executive order to improve access to federal funding for tribal communities.[40]
President Biden in a virtual meeting
President Biden at the White House Tribal Nations Summit
Thursday, December 7
Friday, December 8
Saturday, December 9
Sunday, December 10

Week 152

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, December 11
Tuesday, December 12
  • President Biden holds a bilateral meeting and joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House.[41]
President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Wednesday, December 13
Thursday, December 14
Friday, December 15
Saturday, December 16
Sunday, December 17

Week 153

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, December 18
Tuesday, December 19
Wednesday, December 20
Thursday, December 21
Friday, December 22
Saturday, December 23
Sunday, December 24

Week 154

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Date Events Photos/Videos
Monday, December 25
Tuesday, December 26
Wednesday, December 27
  • President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden travel to the US Virgin Islands, vacationing there until after the new year.[45][46]
Thursday, December 28
Friday, December 29
Saturday, December 30
Sunday, December 31

See also

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Notes

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References

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  1. ^ Watson, Kathryn; Yilek, Caitlin (October 3, 2023). "Kevin McCarthy removed as House speaker in historic vote". www.cbsnews.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  2. ^ Forrest, Jack (October 3, 2023). "Laphonza Butler sworn in as California's newest senator". CNN. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  3. ^ "Germany's Steinmeier meets Biden amid Ukraine aid concerns". DW News. October 7, 2023. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  4. ^ "Statement from President Joe Biden Condemning Terrorist Attacks in Israel". The White House. October 7, 2023. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  5. ^ Samuels, Brett (October 11, 2023). "Biden mourns with Jewish leaders over 'deadliest day' since Holocaust". The Hill. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  6. ^ Alexander, Peter; Shabad, Rebecca (October 13, 2023). "Biden speaks with families of Americans believed to be held hostage in Gaza". NBC News. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  7. ^ Sainato, Michael (October 15, 2023). "Biden interrupted by pro-Palestine activist at human rights dinner". The Guardian. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  8. ^ a b Madhani, Aamer; Long, Colleen (October 18, 2023). "President Biden wraps up his visit to wartime Israel with a warning against being 'consumed' by rage". AP News. Retrieved October 20, 2023.
  9. ^ Gambino, Lauren (October 20, 2023). "Jim Jordan loses third House speaker vote as Republican holdouts reach 25". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  10. ^ Murphy, Katharine (October 26, 2023). "White House meeting: key takeaways from Anthony Albanese's visit to Washington". The Guardian. Retrieved October 30, 2023.
  11. ^ Feindt, Casey (October 24, 2023). "19 awarded with nation's highest honors for scientific, technological advances". United Press International. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  12. ^ a b Megerian, Chris (October 25, 2023). "Biden calls Australia 'an anchor to peace and prosperity' during state visit from Albanese". Associated Press. Retrieved October 30, 2023.
  13. ^ Kilander, Gustaf (October 26, 2023). "Trump-backed Mike Johnson elected House speaker after 22 days - live". The Independent. Retrieved October 30, 2023.
  14. ^ Foran, Clare; Zanona, Melanie; Fox, Lauren; Raju, Manu; Talbot, Haley; Wilson, Kristin; Grayer, Annie (October 25, 2023). "Mike Johnson picked as new GOP speaker nominee just hours after Tom Emmer drops bid". CNN. Retrieved October 30, 2023.
  15. ^ Otterbein, Holly; Schneider, Elena (October 26, 2023). "Rep. Dean Phillips files paperwork for presidential bid against Biden". Politico. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  16. ^ "The President and First Lady Welcome Trick-or-Treaters to the White House for "Hallo-READ!"". whitehouse.gov. Retrieved November 28, 2023. Public Domain This article incorporates text from this source, which is in the public domain.
  17. ^ Megerian, Chris; Chan, Kelvin (October 26, 2023). "Harris will attend an AI summit at a UK estate that was a base for World War II codebreakers". Associated Press.
  18. ^ a b Lebowitz, Megan (November 2, 2023). "Biden meets with leaders of Dominican Republic and Chile to talk economic ties and migration". NBC News. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  19. ^ Holland, Steve; Shalal, Andrea (November 3, 2023). "Eyeing China, Biden and Latam leaders tighten economic bonds". Reuters. Retrieved November 14, 2023.
  20. ^ Hussein, Fatima; Whittle, Patrick (November 3, 2023). "Biden visits site of mass shooting in Lewiston Maine, mourns with community". PBS. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  21. ^ Wallace, Gregory; Liptak, Kevin (November 6, 2023). "Biden announces $16 billion for Amtrak rail improvements in Northeast Corridor". CNN. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  22. ^ "Kamala Harris celebrates early Diwali at her residence; says the world is facing a 'difficult and dark moment'". The Economic Times. November 8, 2023.
  23. ^ "FACT SHEET: President Joseph R. Biden and President Joko Widodo Announce the U.S.-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership". The White House. November 13, 2023. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  24. ^ Megerian, Chris; Miller, Zeke J. (November 15, 2023). "Pandas, fentanyl and Taiwan — takeaways from Biden's long-awaited meeting with Xi". Associated Press. Retrieved November 18, 2023.
  25. ^ a b "Biden Looks to Build Economic Ties at APEC, Says US 'Not Going Anywhere'". VOA News. November 17, 2023. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  26. ^ Powell, Anita (November 17, 2023). "Biden, 13 Leaders, Sign Indo-Pacific Economic Framework". VOA News. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  27. ^ Mason, Jeff (November 17, 2023). "Biden, Mexican president discuss drugs, migration on final day of Pacific summit". Reuters. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  28. ^ Biden, Joe (November 18, 2023). "The U.S. won't back down from the challenge of Putin and Hamas". The Washington Post. Retrieved November 18, 2023.
  29. ^ Noe, Eliza (November 19, 2023). "President Joe Biden, first lady Jill Biden visit military families in Norfolk for 'Friendsgiving'". The Virginian-Pilot. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  30. ^ Superville, Darlene (November 20, 2023). "WATCH LIVE: Biden hosts national turkey pardon". PBS News. Associated Press. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
  31. ^ "Joe Biden Turns 81: Here's How US President Is Spending His Birthday". Economic Times. November 20, 2023. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
  32. ^ Alex Gangitano (November 20, 2023). "Jill Biden welcomes Christmas tree to the White House". The Hill. Retrieved November 21, 2023.
  33. ^ Liza Esquibias (November 23, 2023). "President Joe Biden and His Grandkids Take a Thanksgiving Day Polar Bear Plunge — See the Photo". People. Retrieved November 24, 2023.
  34. ^ "First Lady Jill Biden Announces 2023 White House Holiday Theme:The "Magic, Wonder, and Joy" of the Holidays". whitehouse.gov. Retrieved November 27, 2022. Public Domain This article incorporates text from this source, which is in the public domain.
  35. ^ Virginia Chamlee (November 27, 2023). "Jill Biden Unveils White House Holiday Decorations: 'Magic, Wonder, and Joy'". People.com. Retrieved November 27, 2023.
  36. ^ Murphy, Matt; Demillo, Andrew (November 28, 2023). "Rosalynn Carter honored by family, friends, first ladies and presidents, including husband Jimmy". Apnews.com. Retrieved November 28, 2023.
  37. ^ Powell, Anita (November 30, 2023). "Biden Hosts Angola's Leader for Talks of Rail Corridor, Energy Security". VOA News. Retrieved December 2, 2023.
  38. ^ "Remarks by President Biden at the National Christmas Tree Lighting". whitehouse.gov. Washington, DC: The White House. November 30, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
  39. ^ "Ukraine's Zelenskyy Meets Virtually With G7 Leaders". VOA News. December 6, 2023. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  40. ^ "Biden Clears Path for Tribal Nations to Access Federal Funds". VOA News. December 6, 2023. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
  41. ^ "Remarks by President Biden and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine Before Bilateral Meeting". whitehouse.gov. Washington, DC: The White House. December 12, 2023. Retrieved December 26, 2023.
  42. ^ Amiri, Farnoush (December 14, 2023). "House approves impeachment inquiry into President Biden as Republicans rally behind investigation". Apnews.com. Retrieved December 26, 2023.
  43. ^ Hutzler, Alexandra (December 19, 2023). "'A pioneer': Biden eulogizes Sandra Day O'Connor, 1st female Supreme Court justice". ABC News. Retrieved December 26, 2023.
  44. ^ Wehner, Greg (December 25, 2023). "President Biden, first lady call military units to extend Christmas greetings, gratitude". Fox News. Retrieved December 26, 2023.
  45. ^ "Bidens travel to U.S. Virgin Islands for brief vacation". www.cbsnews.com. December 27, 2022. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  46. ^ Browning, Oliver (January 3, 2024). "DeSantis attacks Biden's Virgin Islands break during Iowa speech". independent.co.uk. Retrieved July 4, 2024.
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