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Joe Biden at Trinity College Dublin. Alamy
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Joe Biden makes surprise appearance in Dublin
Joe Biden is there with his son, Hunter Biden, who will be receiving a gold medal at an event organised by Trinity society The Hist.
FORMER US PRESIDENT Joe Biden has made an unexpected appearance at Trinity College Dublin today.
He is there with his son, Hunter Biden, who is receiving a gold medal at an event organised by The Hist, one of the university’s debating societies.
Biden was accompanied by five blacked-out vehicles and a close protection detail, with garda presence at the event.
Students passing by the Examination Hall venue where the event is taking place were surprised to see the former US president on their campus.
The Journal was told that he appeared frail and moved slowly before waving to a small group of students.
A small group of pro-Palestinian protesters are gathered outside the venue and delivered anti-war speeches.
Hunter Biden will receive the Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Public Discourse.
In a post on Instagram, the society wrote: “Biden’s recent advocacy on the state of American politics and media as well as for matters of addiction and recovery make him a commendable figure.
“In this spirit, we recognise him as our latest recipient of the Gold Medal.”
More to follow.
Additional reporting Niall O’Connor
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