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Joe Biden Announces Birth of Great-Grandson During California Press Conference
Jan
President Joe Biden shared heartwarming news during a press conference in Los Angeles on Wednesday, revealing that his granddaughter Naomi Biden has given birth to her first child.
“I’m a great-grandfather as of today,” Biden announced while addressing the California wildfires. Initially, the president mistakenly referred to the newborn as a “10-pound baby girl” before quickly correcting himself: “No, no — a baby boy.”
Meet the Newest Biden Family Member
Later, First Lady Jill Biden took to Instagram to introduce the newest member of the Biden family. Sharing a sweet photo of President Biden holding the newborn, she captioned it:
“We are proud to introduce you to our great-grandson: William Brannon Neal, IV.”
The announcement marks a milestone for the Biden family, making Joe and Jill Biden great-grandparents for the first time.
Naomi’s Journey to Motherhood
Naomi Biden, the eldest daughter of Hunter Biden and his ex-wife Kathleen Buhle, first announced her pregnancy on Election Day 2024 with a playful Instagram post. She shared a mirror selfie showing off her baby bump, sporting an “I Voted” sticker on her outfit with the caption: “(we) voted.”
Naomi and her husband, Peter Neal, tied the knot in November 2022 in a historic wedding at the White House. The couple’s nuptials marked the first-ever wedding of a president’s granddaughter on the South Lawn.
A Historic White House Wedding
Naomi’s White House wedding was a grand affair, detailed in a 2022 Vogue cover story. She walked down the aisle in a stunning high-neck lace gown by Ralph Lauren, inspired by Grace Kelly’s iconic wedding dress.
For the reception, she changed into an elegant Reem Acra strapless silk gown, featuring her grandmother’s pearls sewn into the train. Naomi then switched to a Markarian mini-dress with beaded fringe for late-night dancing.
The Biden Family’s Growing Legacy
President Biden, who already has seven grandchildren, expressed excitement about becoming a great-grandfather. Just days before the birth, he told reporters, “I’m about to be a great-grandfather. She’s due to have a cesarean on the 8th of January.”
The birth of William Brannon Neal, IV comes at a pivotal time for the Biden family, as the president prepares to transition from the White House after his 2024 election defeat. Despite political challenges, Biden’s joy over his growing family was evident during his press conference, offering a rare, personal glimpse into his life outside politics.
Naomi’s White House wedding and the arrival of her son are further proof of the Biden family’s deep ties to tradition, legacy, and family values — a sentiment the president often emphasizes in his speeches.
Congratulations to the Bidens on welcoming their newest family member!