Biden to reflect on presidency, re-election decision in new memoir

Former U.S. President Joe Biden has announced the upcoming release of his third memoir, 'Promise Me America,' which will delve into his time in the White House and his complex decision-making regarding the 2024 presidential election.

The book, scheduled for publication on November 17, will explore the challenges confronting the nation during his term, from the COVID-19 pandemic and the January 6 Capitol riot to the withdrawal from Afghanistan and support for Ukraine against Russia. Biden, 83, shared the news via a video on social media, interspersing his remarks with images from his presidency and global events.

'Promise Me America' will also address why Biden initially decided to run for re-election and his eventual decision to step aside. This move came amid growing concerns within the Democratic Party about his age and fitness for office, particularly after a widely criticized debate performance in June 2024 where he appeared confused. His withdrawal paved the way for Vice President Kamala Harris to lead the party's campaign.

Biden has previously authored two autobiographical works: 'Promises to Keep' (2007), detailing his decades in politics before becoming vice president, and 'Promise Me, Dad' (2017), a poignant account of his son Beau's death from cancer. His wife, former First Lady Jill Biden, also released her White House experiences in 'The View from the East Wing' earlier this year.