Following Trump’s inaugural address, Biden says "a lot more to do"

Former President Joe Biden and wife, Jill

Former President Joe Biden briefly responded to Donald Trump’s inaugural address on January 20, 2025, emphasizing that “there is a lot more to do” in the nation. 

His remarks were brief and understated, reflecting on Trump’s vision for America as he embarks on his second term. 

Trump’s speech highlighted his agenda, promising a “golden age” for the country and outlining plans for immigration reform and economic policies aimed at restoring national pride and prosperity.

“We have a lot more to do. We heard the inaugural address today — you know, we got a lot more to do,” Biden said, crossing himself to laughter from a crowd of former aides at a Joint Base Andrews hangar.

Biden told the crowd he is “leaving office, but we’re not leaving the fight,” calling on them to “stay engaged in all the ways you can.”

Standing alongside former first lady Jill Biden, the former president expressed his gratitude to his team.

“No president gets to choose the moment they enter history. But they get to choose the team they enter it with. And we chose the best damn team in the world,” he said, charging them to look back on the past four years with “pride.”

Biden said it was the “honor of my life to serve as your president” and offered his perspective on how his one-term presidency will be viewed: “Mark my words: the future’s going to judge what you’ve done as one of the most significant contributions that’s been made by all of America.”

“Thank you, Joe,” the crowd cheered.

The Bidens crossed the tarmac hand in hand and boarded Special Air Mission 46 for a flight to Santa Ynez, California. They waved from the top of the small steps, Biden saluting before ducking inside the plane.
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