Former U.S. President Joe Biden speaks at the National Bar Association’s 100th Annual Awards Gala in Chicago, Illinois, U.S. July 31, 2025. REUTERS/Kamil Krzaczynski
(South Carolina) – Former President Joe Biden drew major attention at a Democratic event in South Carolina after delivering a line that is now spreading rapidly across social media.
Speaking to party activists and supporters, Biden declared:
“On the day I left office, I handed Trump the strongest economy in the world.”
The remark immediately ignited online debate, with supporters praising the statement as a defense of his economic record, while critics pushed back — questioning inflation levels, consumer costs, and broader economic challenges during his tenure.
Biden’s speech focused heavily on economic themes, including job growth, infrastructure investment, and domestic manufacturing expansion. He framed his administration’s record as one of recovery and resilience following global economic instability.
The viral quote, however, has become the centerpiece of the reaction. Clips of the moment have been widely shared across X, Instagram, and TikTok, drawing strong responses from both sides of the political aisle.
South Carolina remains a pivotal state for Democrats, and Biden’s appearance underscored continued efforts to energize the party’s base ahead of upcoming contests.
As the clip continues circulating online, the broader debate over the state of the U.S. economy — and who deserves credit or blame — appears far from settled.
