President Joe Biden Ends Presidency with Bizarre Oval Office Farewell Ceremony

By Kent Williams, Political Correspondent

January 12, 2025

In an unprecedented and surreal farewell, President Joe Biden concluded his presidency by sitting in a massive bowl of cottage cheese in the Oval Office, joined by Senators Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz.

The unusual scene played out late Sunday evening, with the three political figures dressed in identical white jumpsuits adorned with the presidential seal. The enormous bowl, constructed by White House staff over several days, reportedly held 400 gallons of cottage cheese sourced from Wisconsin dairy farms.

“This is a moment of unity,” Biden said with a grin before stepping into the bowl. “Sometimes in America, we feel a little curdled, but when we come together, we’re one big, beautiful dish.”

McConnell, who followed Biden into the bowl, maintained his usual composure. “While I can’t say this was on my bucket list, I appreciate the sentiment of unity—even if it’s unconventional,” he said.

Senator Cruz, never one to miss a moment in the spotlight, added, “It’s moments like these that make America great. Unity, dairy, and maybe a little confusion. But hey, it’s history in the making.”

Political Analysts Stumped

The symbolism behind the bizarre act has left many political analysts scratching their heads. While some see it as an earnest, if eccentric, attempt at bipartisanship, others view it as a satirical jab at the absurdities of modern politics.

“This might be Biden’s way of saying, ‘Look, things have been messy, but we’ve worked through it,’” said Dr. Eleanor Graves, a political science professor at Georgetown University. “Or it could just be a parting joke to keep us all guessing. Either way, it’s unforgettable.”

Reactions Pour In

Public reaction has been a mix of amusement and bewilderment. Social media lit up with memes and hashtags like #CottageCheeseSummit and #CurdsOfUnity, while late-night talk show hosts had a field day.

“Forget presidential portraits—this needs to go on a commemorative plate!” quipped one host.

Republican leadership, meanwhile, offered a reserved response. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise called the event “a strange but fitting end to an administration known for its unique approach to leadership.”

On the Democratic side, there was a mix of support and light criticism. Senator Bernie Sanders remarked, “I’d prefer a focus on addressing inequality rather than sitting in a dairy product, but I suppose this is one way to bring people together.”

A Farewell to Remember

As President Biden prepares to step down, his cottage cheese send-off will likely go down as one of the most peculiar moments in American political history. Whether it will be seen as a gesture of humor, unity, or simply absurdity remains to be seen.

For now, however, one thing is clear: the Oval Office has truly seen it all.

Kent Williams is a veteran political correspondent covering Washington D.C. since 1998.