Politics
Oct 17, 2023

A Homely Epiphany: Joe Biden Discovers He's Not Just Visiting the White House

In a blend of bewilderment and sheer delight, President Joe Biden, on a serene morning jaunt around the White House, made the startling discovery that he wasn't just a long-term guest in an extremely secure, service-intensive Airbnb, but the elected President of the United States. "Well, folks, this explains the strange man who's always following me with the football," a chuckling Biden commented, referring to the aide who carries the nuclear codes, not realizing the gravity those briefcases actually hold.

This humorous gaffe, insiders insist, is classic Joe, known for his affable nature and tendency toward mild forgetfulness — traits that have somehow endeared him even more to the public. Social media erupted with playful quips and memes, with #ThatsMyPresident trending across platforms, showcasing photoshopped images of Biden in various states of surprise as he "learns" of his presidential duties.

The White House, running with the joke, released a statement: "President Biden's moment of jest reflects his light-hearted spirit, crucial for leadership during these challenging times. He's fully engaged and dedicated to his role, even if he occasionally 'rediscovers' his presidential duties with the joy of a man who's just found a forgotten twenty in his winter coat."

Conspiracy theorists are having a field day, with wild suggestions ranging from Biden being a deepfake to the idea that he's actually an actor preparing for a role in a presidential biopic, and the real president is an alien. "It's method acting," confirmed a satirical source from the groundless conspiracy community.

The opposition has tried to leverage this incident, with one senator stating, "It's evident that the President needs a reminder not just of his address but of the promises he's made to the American people," not missing a beat to turn a joke into a political jab.

However, the public isn't concerned. They're too busy chuckling over images of Biden staring in surprise at his reflection in the Oval Office's Resolute Desk, with captions like, "Joe realizes it's not a portal to another dimension, but just really polished wood."

In light of this, psychologists propose that we could all learn something from President Biden's moment of comedic 'forgetfulness.' "In times of stress, a light-hearted attitude, even if it means rediscovering your life’s work every now and then, can be an essential coping mechanism," one expert explained.

As for the President, he was last seen wandering into the West Wing, exclaiming with glee at the sight of his office, "Whoa, I get to work here too? Score!"