Biden's Vacation Days Exceed Average American's Work Life; Sparks Criticism
President Biden took 577 vacation days, accounting for 39% of his presidency, sparking debate about leadership availability during national crises.
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In a new analysis by the RNC, President Biden spent 577 of his 1,463 days in office on vacation, or 39%, surpassing all modern presidents. His time off includes 43 days of the 70 following his July 21 withdrawal from the 2024 race. Comparatively, past presidents like George H.W. Bush took 37% and Donald Trump 26%. Amid rising national crises, Biden's record has drawn criticism, with comments highlighting concerns about his leadership availability and policy impacts. The average American would require 52 years to accrue this vacation time, emphasizing the stark difference in leadership commitments.
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