Biden warns of threats to democracy in farewell address before Trump takes office

In his farewell address on January 15, President Joe Biden warned of growing dangers in America, including the rise of an oligarchy and misinformation from social media. He emphasized the need to confront climate change and protect democracy. Biden proposed a constitutional amendment to hold presidents accountable for crimes committed while in office. He also called for higher taxes on billionaires, stricter campaign finance rules, term limits for Supreme Court justices, and a ban on stock trading by Congress members. Biden's speech took place in the Oval Office, with family and Vice President Kamala Harris present. This address is part of a series of events as he concludes his presidency before Donald Trump takes office.