Jenna Bush Hager’s surprising admission about Joe Biden – as she recalls how her grandfather George H.W. was ‘crushed’ after his 1992 election defeat

Jenna Bush Hager's surprising admission about Joe Biden - as she recalls how her grandfather George H.W. was 'crushed' after his 1992 election defeat

As a lifestyle expert and someone who values human connection and empathy, I believe that Joe Biden’s decision to step down from the 2024 presidential race serves as a reminder of the humanity behind political figures. Having grown up with a grandfather who was a former President, George H.W. Bush, I can relate to the idea of family members involved in public service and the emotional toll it can take.


Jenna Bush Hager expressed her thoughts on Joe Biden’s unexpected announcement to forgo a 2024 presidential bid, sharing a personal connection as she recalled her grandfather, George H.W. Bush, who was the 41st President of the United States.

In Monday’s episode of “Today with Hoda and Jenna,” the grandmother of three shared an old family story. Her grandfather was deeply disappointed when he didn’t win the presidential election in 1992.

Regarding a recent tweet from Biden’s granddaughter Naomi, Jenna, who is 42 years old, commented: “Let’s not forget that amidst our differing political views and the intensity that comes with it, Biden is still a loving grandfather to her.”

“He has a striking resemblance to many people’s grandfathers. I’m reminded of my dear grandfather from that time in 1992, who worked tirelessly but unfortunately didn’t get elected and was deeply saddened by it.”

Jenna added: “He penned a letter to President Clinton that circulated online. The essence of it boiled down to, ‘I consider you my President, and today, I’m supporting you wholeheartedly.'”

Jenna Bush Hager's surprising admission about Joe Biden - as she recalls how her grandfather George H.W. was 'crushed' after his 1992 election defeat

Jenna Bush Hager's surprising admission about Joe Biden - as she recalls how her grandfather George H.W. was 'crushed' after his 1992 election defeat
Jenna Bush Hager's surprising admission about Joe Biden - as she recalls how her grandfather George H.W. was 'crushed' after his 1992 election defeat

I fervently hope that we, as a nation, can return to viewing him as a complex individual who made a challenging choice. His family, who likely played a role in the decision and are experiencing their own emotions, should be met with empathy and understanding.

Jenna reiterated her point and recalled the time she met Biden and his family.

She expressed her fascination by saying, “It’s intriguing how deeply divided we’ve become as a nation politically, to the point where it can be challenging to remember that he is still human. Yet, I have had the opportunity to interact with his grandchildren and even interviewed him during his initial election. Through these experiences, I’ve been able to connect with him on a more personal level.”

Despite having different political beliefs, my mom wasn’t part of the same party as him, but he still graciously invited us all to the White House. We made the journey up there, and he gave us a tour, much to the excitement of our girls. And, as you can imagine, Poppy couldn’t help but ask if they could see the pool. Jenna shared this with a chuckle from Hoda, who was 59 years old.

Paraphrasing: Regarding Biden’s resignation, Jenna commented, “I suppose it must have been a tough choice for him. After all, some one-term presidents may believe they haven’t fully accomplished their tasks.”

Despite this, he went with the decision and expressed in his statement that it was the most beneficial for the country. Such selflessness is truly commendable – isn’t putting the needs of others before our own something we all aspire for ourselves and want our children to learn?

Hoda, a mother of two, acknowledged and stated: “We’ve learned many valuable life lessons during the past few days.” Jenna concurred, saying, “And there are plenty of intriguing topics to discuss with our children about these experiences.”

Hoda went on to express her belief: “I’m convinced that many people prefer living in communities where kindness and tolerance reign. Places where holding diverse opinions doesn’t lead to discord, but instead allows us to share meals and create bonds – even amidst disagreements. These are the settings where family reunions are not sources of dread.”

Jenna Bush Hager's surprising admission about Joe Biden - as she recalls how her grandfather George H.W. was 'crushed' after his 1992 election defeat
Jenna Bush Hager's surprising admission about Joe Biden - as she recalls how her grandfather George H.W. was 'crushed' after his 1992 election defeat

On Sunday, Biden announced his decision not to run for re-election as the United States’ oldest president, believing it was in the nation’s welfare not to have him serve another term.

Biden, who is 81 years old, announced his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic presidential nomination against Donald Trump in November. Harris pledged to bring unity to the party.

Over the past month, there have been growing calls for the President to resign following his disappointing debate showing against Trump.

In a simple social media post, Biden made known his significant decision to complete his current term, which ends in January, through a concise letter.

Instead, Republicans urged him to step down right away, insisting that if he wasn’t capable of being a candidate, he wasn’t suited for the office.

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2024-07-22 19:22

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