Biden, 81, bites baby dressed as chicken during WH Halloween event
SUMMARY
At a Halloween event on October 30, President Joe Biden, 81, playfully interacted with trick-or-treaters at the White House, pretending to nibble on a few infants in costume, including one dressed as a chicken. Biden, alongside First Lady Jill Biden, greeted families, handed out treats, and took photos with costumed children on the South Lawn. One interaction captured in video showed Biden lightly biting a baby’s thigh as the theme from Jaws played. While intended as lighthearted, the interactions sparked divided reactions online, with some social media users poking fun and others critiquing the gesture, referencing previous incidents involving Biden's dog Major, who had bitten White House staff. Right-leaning commentators highlighted Biden’s age and moments they considered awkward. The White House Halloween gathering, an annual event hosted by sitting presidents, brought together hundreds of families for trick-or-treating and holiday festivities.
