Joe Biden swarmed by protesters during surprise Dublin visit to support Hunter
Former US President Joe Biden faced protests during a surprise visit to Trinity College in Dublin, where his son Hunter received an award. The article also touches on Biden's recent health challenges, including a prostate cancer diagnosis, and his upcoming memoir.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing public scrutiny of the Biden family and provides updates on the former president's post-office life and health status.
Chaos broke out near the event attended by Biden and his family
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Multiple people were arrested as former US president Joe Biden made a surprise visit to Trinity College in Dublin on Tuesday.
Biden, 83, was accompanied by former first lady Jill Biden to a ceremony where their son, Hunter Biden , accepted the Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution for Public Discourse.
Demonstrators and spectators gathered outside the venue during the event hosted by the College Historical Society (HIST). As Biden departed, some people stepped forward and threw objects.
Gardaí public order unit officers and vans were stationed at the site and arrested at least two people.
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