President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, recently hosted a thank you event for hundreds of staffers who worked on his reelection campaign. The event took place at The Queen, a music venue in downtown Wilmington, Delaware, that played a significant role in Biden's successful presidential race in 2020.
The event was a gesture of appreciation from Biden towards the staff who had dedicated their efforts over the past year. Despite exiting the race, Biden wanted to acknowledge their hard work and continued support for Vice President Kamala Harris, who succeeded him as the Democratic nominee.
The gathering featured food and, in true Biden fashion, his favorite treat - ice cream. Since stepping back from the presidential race, Biden has maintained a lower profile, focusing on closed-door policy briefings and select engagements.
One notable activity Biden has been involved in was work towards a prisoner swap involving Russia, resulting in a multinational deal that saw the release of two dozen individuals. The Queen, the venue where the event took place, was a key location for Biden during the 2020 election, as pandemic restrictions limited public gatherings and travel.
Originally a 19th Century hotel popular among sailors, The Queen was converted into a movie theater from 1916 to 1959 before falling into disrepair. It was reopened in 2011 as a music venue and continues to host various events.
Following Biden's appearance, The Queen is set to host bands Cobra Whip, The Stone Eye, and Dirty House on Friday, showcasing its versatility as a cultural hub in downtown Wilmington.
