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President Trump Shares Biden's Farewell Letter Marked '47' with Media
A tradition continues! Former President Joe Biden leaves a heartfelt letter for President Trump as he takes office as the 47th U.S. President.
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by News Desk
2025-01-23
President Trump Shares Biden's Farewell Letter Marked '47' with Media

Washington: In a gesture steeped in tradition, President Donald Trump unveiled the farewell letter left for him by outgoing President Joe Biden during a media briefing in the Oval Office. The letter, dated January 20, 2025, marked the end of Biden's presidency and the commencement of Trump's term as the 47th President of the United States.

US media reported that the letter's envelope featured the number "47," a nod to Trump's status as the nation's 47th leader. Opening with the salutation, "Dear President Trump," the letter conveyed well-wishes for Trump and his family over the next four years.

"As I leave this sacred office, I wish you and your family the best," Biden wrote, adding, "The American people and the world look to this office during the inevitable storms of history."

The letter expressed hope for prosperity, peace, and dignity for the nation in the years ahead, underscoring the enduring guidance and blessings bestowed upon the United States since its founding.

President Trump called the letter "good and inspiring," encouraging the public to "enjoy it and do a good job."

This exchange is part of a long-standing custom initiated in 1989, where outgoing presidents leave personal notes for their successors, symbolizing the peaceful transfer of power and shared commitment to the nation's future.
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