After weeks of keeping a low profile, Joe Biden stepped back into the public eye on Sunday night, arm in arm with Jill Biden, for a Broadway date night.
The couple attended the star-studded opening of Othello, featuring powerhouse actors Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal.
Dressed sharply in a classic tuxedo, Biden smiled for the cameras as Jill, wearing an elegant teal dress, posted a rooftop photo of the two of them with a simple caption: “Date Night!”
But while the Bidens enjoyed an evening of world-class theater, the political world was buzzing for an entirely different reason—Biden’s recent attempt to re-enter the political arena was reportedly met with a cold shoulder.
Othello Takes Broadway by Storm
The Shakespearean tragedy, starring Washington and Gyllenhaal, has become a box office sensation, raking in an astonishing $2.8 million in a single week, setting a new record for Broadway plays.
Washington, now 70, called the experience “the most excited I’ve been this century,” while Gyllenhaal, 44, said he has been waiting his whole career for a moment like this.
The production, set in a dystopian future and exploring modern themes like PTSD and political betrayal, has captivated both audiences and critics—including the former first couple.
A Tough Political Reality for Biden
While the night out may have been a welcome distraction, Biden is reportedly struggling to regain his footing in the Democratic Party.
Just days before the theater outing, he privately offered to help the struggling Democratic National Committee (DNC)—proposing to fundraise, headline rallies, and push back against Trump’s agenda.
But the response? Lukewarm at best. Sources say new DNC Chair Ken Martin listened politely but made no promises.
No fundraisers were scheduled, no rallies were planned, and no strategy was discussed.
A Party Moving On Without Biden
Since leaving office, Biden’s influence has sharply declined, with recent polls showing just 27% of registered voters holding a favorable view of the Democratic Party—the lowest number in decades.
Even among Democrats, only 1% say Biden represents their core values.
Despite this, Biden has no regrets about running for re-election.
However, sources close to him reveal he believes his exit was mishandled and that the party failed to rally around Kamala Harris quickly enough to build a strong post-Biden strategy.
Biden’s Offer to Lead the Resistance Is Rejected
With Trump aggressively rolling back policies from the previous administration—cutting environmental protections, reversing immigration reforms, and slashing healthcare programs—Biden reportedly offered to become the leading voice of resistance.
But the Democratic leadership hasn’t asked him to step up.
Major party fundraiser Alan Kessler summed up the sentiment bluntly, saying: “There are plenty of people who still love Joe Biden. But it’s time to move on.”
Even Jill Biden has quietly offered to help raise money, but the message from party leaders remains the same—the Bidens are not part of the strategy moving forward.
Trump Keeps Biden in His Crosshairs
While Democrats may be distancing themselves, Trump hasn’t let Biden fade into the background.
Since taking office, Trump has mentioned Biden and his family more than 400 times—an average of seven times a day.
From blaming him for inflation and foreign conflicts to terminating Secret Service protection for Biden’s adult children, Hunter and Ashley, Trump and his team continue to tie the Biden administration to ongoing political challenges.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt reinforced this, saying: “We are still fixing the problems created by the Biden administration.
It’s important to remind Americans why these problems exist.”
Democrats Are Divided on Biden’s Role
For some in the party, seeing Biden reappear in public is both touching and complicated.
DNC Vice Chair Jane Kleeb said: “He is beloved by the party and by voters.
He deserves applause.”
But longtime Democratic strategist Donna Brazile has a different take.
She believes Biden should stay silent, telling NBC: “It makes no sense for Joe Biden to respond to Trump.
The American people are not looking backward; they’re looking forward.”
As Biden enjoys his time away from the political chaos, the question remains—is his chapter in American politics truly over, or does he still have one more act left?