Joe Biden Announces He’s a Great-Grandfather Amid Los Angeles Wildfire Briefing
President Joe Biden made headlines during a press briefing about the devastating wildfires in California’s Los Angeles area. While discussing the crisis, Biden unexpectedly shared personal news, stating, “The good news is, as of today, I’m a great-grandfather.”
🔴 | Los Angeles’ta devam eden orman yangınlarıyla ilgili basın toplantısında konuşan Joe Biden:
— THS Haber (@temmuzhaber) January 8, 2025
▪️“Dün evlerinin muhtemelen tamamen yandığına dair bildirimler aldılar, ama iyi haber şu ki, ben bugünden itibaren büyük büyükbabayım.”
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Six Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles Area
Six separate wildfires erupted in Los Angeles yesterday morning, causing widespread destruction. The fires have claimed five lives and forced over 33,000 residents to evacuate. The thick smoke has blanketed the skies, creating hazardous conditions across the region.
Biden’s Personal News Goes Viral
During the briefing, 82-year-old President Biden announced that his granddaughter Naomi had given birth at Cedars-Sinai Hospital. “This is a day I will remember for many reasons,” Biden said, though he refrained from sharing the baby’s name or gender.
The unexpected announcement sparked debate on social media, with videos of Biden smiling and receiving applause during the briefing quickly going viral.
Hunter Biden’s Home Unaffected by Fire
The President confirmed that his son Hunter Biden’s Malibu home was not among the buildings destroyed by the wildfires. Hunter Biden, who is currently facing tax fraud and forgery charges, resides in the area but escaped the disaster unscathed.
Biden’s Growing Family Under Spotlight
With this latest addition, Biden now has seven grandchildren. However, he has previously faced criticism for failing to acknowledge his son Hunter’s daughter, Navy Joan Roberts, who was born out of wedlock. After widespread backlash in 2023, Biden finally recognized her as part of his family.
Biden Visits Hospital Before Fire Briefing
Earlier in the day, Biden visited Cedars-Sinai Hospital to support his granddaughter Naomi during the birth. He later attended the wildfire briefing, marking a day filled with both personal and national significance.