The secret letter that Trump wrote to Biden in 2021

On January 21, 2021, Joe Biden discovered a handwritten letter from Donald Trump, expressing warm wishes despite their public rivalry. In his memoir, Biden reveals the letter's encouraging tone, contrasting with Trump's later criticisms. The letter begins with Trump reflecting on the honor of serving as President and offers advice for Biden's presidency. Trump emphasizes the weight of history and the expectations of the American people, urging Biden to remain true to himself. Despite Biden's later critiques of Trump, he acknowledges the warmth of the letter, describing it as coming from an old friend. The full letter was published by The New York Times after excerpts from Biden's memoir were leaked.

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