US President Joe Biden’s announcement that he will no longer be pursuing a second term came on American National Ice Cream Day, prompting a swirl of social media reaction about the “funny coincidence” considering the leader’s well-known affection for the frozen dessert.
The timing of Biden’s message on Sunday, July 21, sparked numerous jokes and memes, as some voters even speculated if the date to reveal that the president is “melting away” had been planned.
“Is it really national ice cream day?” tech billionaire Elon Musk wondered.
Biden revealed his decision to quit the presidential election race in an open letter posted to X (formerly Twitter). He has promised to deliver a special address on the matter later this week.
“Joe Biden waited for National Ice Cream Day to drop out of the presidential race,” one X user wrote.
“Probably the most historic national ice cream day we’ve ever had,” another X user said.
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