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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mike Bedigan

Biden tries to own jokes about his age with quips about turkeys and birthday candles

Leah Mills/Reuters

Joe Biden seemingly tried to own the conversation about his age as he cracked several jokes at his own expense on his 81st birthday.

Mr Biden, who is the oldest president in United States history, made multiple quips throughout the day on Monday as he presided over the annual turkey pardoning ceremony and later celebrated with a birthday cake.

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