Biden-Harris is ‘one of most successful administrations in history,’ WH insists
After the stunning defeat of Vice President Kamala Harris to President-elect Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, the White House released a memo praising the Biden-Harris administration as one of the most successful in history. The memo, shared on Monday, highlighted the administration’s achievements in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic and a struggling economy, calling it “one of the most successful administrations in history” that would leave behind the best economy in the world.
According to the memo, under President Biden and Vice President Harris’ leadership, 16 million jobs were created, with record rates of women and people of color reentering the labor force. Additionally, a record 20 million new business applications were filed, and inflation was brought down to near pre-pandemic levels. The White House attributed this success to legislation that focused on rebuilding the nation’s infrastructure, making significant investments in climate action, reducing prescription drug costs, and revitalizing manufacturing.
Despite the White House’s claims of economic success, the latest jobs report paints a different picture. In October, only 12,000 jobs were created, well below expectations, marking the lowest number in four years. The unemployment rate remained at 4.1%, in line with predictions. The cumulative impact of inflation continued to burden many Americans, with the consumer price index rising by 2.6% from a year ago.
Ahead of the election, Trump campaign officials criticized Harris for the economic downturn, with some calling the jobs report a “catastrophe.” The election results reflected a clear preference for Trump, who secured 312 electoral votes to Harris’ 226 and garnered over 2 million more votes in the popular vote.
The Biden-Harris administration’s time in office was marked by both successes and challenges, with differing perspectives on their economic policies and outcomes. Despite the White House’s assertion of being one of the most successful administrations in history, the reality of economic indicators and election results tell a more nuanced story. As the transition of power approaches, the nation looks towards the future with anticipation and uncertainty.
