DUBLIN — Former U.S. President Joe Biden made an unannounced visit to Dublin on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, joining former First Lady Jill Biden to support their son, Hunter Biden, at Trinity College.
Hunter Biden was awarded the prestigious Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Public Discourse by the College Historical Society (the “Hist”), the world’s oldest student debating society. The surprise appearance follows recent health announcements by the former president regarding ongoing cancer treatments and a scaling back of public engagements.
High-Profile Encounters and Campus Protests
During his visit to Ireland’s premier university, Mr. Biden met with Taoiseach Micheál Martin. The two leaders discussed ongoing commitments to the Northern Ireland Peace Process, bilateral ties, and upcoming international diplomatic milestones, including Ireland’s hosting of the European Political Community (EPC) summit.
Dublin Visit Overview: Joe Biden at Trinity College
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| KEY ATTENDEES: Joe Biden, Dr. Jill Biden, Hunter Biden, Taoiseach Martin |
| EVENT: College Historical Society (Hist) Gold Medal Presentation |
| SECURITY STATUS: Heavy Garda and Secret Service details deployed |
| INCIDENT: Two arrests made following demonstrations outside Front Square |
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As the family departed the Examination Hall, a crowd of demonstrators gathered outside to protest U.S. foreign policy. As motorcades moved through Front Square, objects were thrown, prompting An Garda Síochána’s public order unit to intervene and make at least two arrests.
Memoir Release and Health Updates
The former president’s trip to Dublin coincides with the upcoming November 17 release of his memoir, Promise Me, America.
Mr. Biden recently shared that treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer diagnosed during the writing process has slowed his public promotional schedule, though he expressed deep appreciation for ongoing public support as his family travels abroad.
Former US President Joe Biden and former First Lady Jill Biden public domain Picture by Nara
