President Joe Biden

Definition

Joe Biden is currently serving as the 46th president of United States since January 20, 2021. He was previously vice president under Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017.

Analogy

Think of the presidency like being a school principal. After serving as assistant principal (vice president) for eight years, Biden has now taken over as the head of the school (president).

Related terms

Vice President: The second highest office in the executive branch of U.S. government, who takes over if the president is unable to serve.

Executive Orders: Directives issued by Presidents of United States that manage operations of federal government.

Inauguration Day: The day when a new president officially takes office, which is always on January 20th following a presidential election year.