Where is Joe Biden now? This is how the US President spent election night

While millions of Americans watched the drama of Election Day, President Joe Biden experienced a bittersweet evening away from the public eye. The Washington Post reports that Biden, who until recently was expected to take part in the election himself, has retreated to the White House residence with a small circle of family members and close advisers. There he watched the election results that would shape not only the country's future but also its legacy.

The man who once dominated the political stage now found himself a spectator. That quiet evening marked a wrenching shift for Biden, who has been the focus of countless election nights, whether as a senator or as a presidential candidate.

Sen. Chris Coons of Delaware described Biden's mood as “optimistic,” citing his confidence in Vice President Kamala Harris' chances. However, the evening had a dark undertone as the early results didn't look good for Harris. According to WaPo, Biden stayed behind closed doors and spoke on the phone with key Democratic figures but avoided public appearances, even as Harris' supporters gathered nearby.

The piece highlights that Biden's decision to withdraw from the race was a pivotal moment that shaped the dynamics of the campaign and set the stage for Harris' candidacy. Despite stepping out of the spotlight, Biden's influence remained, and key campaign strategies and support networks passed to Harris' team.

As he called his Democratic allies across the country, there was a palpable sense of gratitude but also a recognition of the final chapter of his storied political journey, the report said.

Biden's absence from the final hours of the campaign symbolized a quiet rift within the party after he was forced to drop out of the race midway due to age.