Joe Biden attends Dublin ceremony as son Hunter receives award

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 10 Nov, 20:14 · Archive

Former US president Joe Biden attended a ceremony in Dublin where his son Hunter was awarded a gold medal by Trinity College's Historical Society.

Joe Biden attended a ceremony at Trinity College Dublin where his son Hunter was awarded the Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution for Public Discourse by the College Historical Society. Biden was accompanied by former first lady Jill Biden.

Hunter Biden was convicted in the United States of gun and tax crimes in June 2024. He was later pardoned by his father while Biden was still president.

During the visit, a group of protesters and onlookers gathered outside the venue. As Biden left, some people moved forward and objects were thrown. Gardaí public order units responded and at least two arrests were made.

Biden also met Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin at the Merrion Hotel. Mr Martin later said Biden had been a strong supporter of Ireland, particularly during the Brexit period, and that Biden had made clear any undermining of the Good Friday Agreement would affect potential US-UK trade negotiations.

How it is being reported

• Arrests as Joe Biden makes surprise Dublin visitHunter Biden was being awarded the gold medal for Outstanding Contribution for Public Discourse by the College Historical Society at Trinity College.Evening Standard · 10 Nov, 19:45
• Joe Biden makes rare public appearance at Irish college to see drug addict son Hunter awarded for 'outstanding contribution to public discourse'Joe Biden (right) attended Trinity College Dublin, where his son, Hunter (left), who has struggled with severe alcohol and crack cocaine substance abuse, was given an honorary award.Daily Mail · 10 Nov, 19:27

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