Jill Biden
First Lady of the United States and Educator
🌍 American · Born June 3, 1951
About
Jill Biden is an American educator and the First Lady of the United States, married to the 46th President of the United States, Joe Biden. Throughout her career, she has balanced a high-profile political life with her dedication to teaching, making her the first First Lady since Barbara Bush to hold a paying job outside the White House, and the first ever to continue her professional career while serving in the role. Biden holds a Doctor of Education in educational leadership from the University of Delaware, alongside two master's degrees. She spent over three decades teaching in public high schools, psychiatric hospitals, and community colleges. As Second Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017, she championed community colleges, military families, and girls' education worldwide. Alongside First Lady Michelle Obama, she co-founded Joining Forces, a national initiative to support service members, veterans, and their families. Following her husband's election to the presidency, she became First Lady in 2021. In this role, she continues to advocate for affordable higher education, cancer research, support for military families, and the advancement of women's rights. She also remains a full-time professor of English at Northern Virginia Community College, showcasing her commitment to her profession and the students she serves.
Intelligence Summary
Married Joe Biden
Jill Jacobs married Joe Biden in New York City, becoming the stepmother to his two young sons, Beau and Hunter.
Earned Doctorate in Education
She received her Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in educational leadership from the University of Delaware.
Became Second Lady of the United States
She assumed the role of Second Lady when her husband was inaugurated as Vice President, serving until 2017.
Co-founded Joining Forces
Alongside First Lady Michelle Obama, she launched Joining Forces to support military families, veterans, and caregivers.
Co-founded Biden Cancer Initiative
Following the death of Beau Biden, she and Joe Biden launched this initiative to accelerate cancer prevention and research.
Became First Lady of the United States
She assumed the office of First Lady following the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th President.
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