U.S. President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday met at White House, where Biden reassured Trump of a smooth transition.
TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Biden will hand over to Trump in January 2025 following a historic presidential election in the U.S. that saw Trump defeating Vice President Kamala Harris hands down.
Biden assured that the transition of power would be “as smooth as it can get”
“Well, Mr. President-elect and former president, Donald, congratulations. We look forward to having a smooth transition, doing everything we can to make sure you’re accommodated and get what you need,” Biden told Trump.
He went on: “We’re going to get a chance to talk about some of that today. So welcome, welcome back”.
Trump responded with gratitude, reflecting on the nature of politics.
“Thank you very much. Politics is tough, and it’s in many cases not a very nice world, but it is a nice world today, and I appreciate it very much,” Trump replied.
“A transition that is so smooth, it will be as smooth as it can get. I very much appreciate that, Joe,” he added.
The two leaders shared a private discussion to ensure a seamless handover of responsibilities as the inauguration approaches.