President Joe Biden falls while handing out diplomas at Air Force Academy graduation

President Joe Biden tripped and fell on Thursday while handing out diplomas at the U.S. Air Force Academy graduation ceremony in Colorado.

- Advertisement -

After delivering the commencement address, Biden proceeded to shake hands with graduates when he fell near the podium. He was quickly assisted by others.

Reports say that he tripped over a sandbag that was on the stage. 

In a tweet, Ben LaBolt, White House communications director said that “He is fine”. 

“There was a sandbag on stage while he was shaking hands,” LaBolt wrote. 

Last year, Biden stumbled off his bike at the end of a ride at Cape Henlopen State Park and also tripped but collected himself while going up the stairs to board Air Force One.

Palooza 728x90

His age has raised concerns about running for a second term as president. Biden, 80, would be 82 at the start of a second term if he wins.

He is the oldest sitting president in history. 

More Stories

Miami-Dade elections office launches redesigned website to improve voter access

The Office of the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections has launched a redesigned website aimed at making election information more accessible and improving the overall...
florida miami masks

Miami-Dade mayor welcomes indictment of Raul Castro, calls for justice for 1996 victims

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava says the indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro marks an important step toward long-awaited accountability in the 1996...

Former Broward Sheriff Ken Jenne granted clemency restoring civil rights

Former Broward County Sheriff Ken Jenne has been granted clemency by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, restoring civil rights he lost following his 2007 federal...

World Cup warm-up: Lauderhill to host kickoff events ahead of FIFA 2026 tournament

As anticipation builds across South Florida ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the City of Lauderhill is positioning itself at the heart of...

Remains of Fort Lauderdale woman missing since 2014 found buried in Miami yard

The remains of a Fort Lauderdale woman who disappeared more than a decade ago have been found buried in a Miami neighborhood, police confirmed...
Florida high-speed train gets grant to improve safety

Brightline partners with Miami Host Committee to support 2026 FIFA World Cup mobility plan

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee announced a strategic alliance with Brightline on Tuesday, naming the rail operator an official Miami World...
home repairs florida

Florida to waive permits for some home repairs under new law

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation that will exempt certain small residential projects from local building permit requirements beginning July 1. The measure, HB...
florida pennies

Gov. DeSantis signs Florida bills on penny transactions, school policy changes

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed nine bills from the 2026 legislative session into law, including a measure designed to help businesses adjust to...
Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent of Broward County Schools

Broward could close more than 10 schools in 2027

Broward County Public Schools could undergo its most significant round of school closures in years, with more than 10 schools potentially shutting down in...
florida voting elections

Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections announces 2026 candidate qualifying periods for key local offices

The Office of the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections has released the official pre-qualifying and qualifying schedules for several offices set to appear on...

Latest Articles