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Biden Receives Lavish Gifts from Global Leaders in 2024

2/3/2026

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In 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden received gifts from world leaders, including cufflinks worth $723 from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Most gifts, such as a $7,750 train set and a road bike, were sent to the National Archives.
Under federal law, gifts over $480 must be disclosed, though exceptions exist to avoid embarrassing donors.
First Lady Jill Biden accepted a $5,000 bracelet from Brigitte Macron.
She retained a vase from the Princess of Wales.

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Story summary

In 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden received gifts from world leaders, including cufflinks worth $723 from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Most gifts, such as a $7,750 train set and a road bike, were sent to the National Archives.
Under federal law, gifts over $480 must be disclosed, though exceptions exist to avoid embarrassing donors.
First Lady Jill Biden accepted a $5,000 bracelet from Brigitte Macron.
She retained a vase from the Princess of Wales.