Video footage shows a group of protesters throwing milk cartons at former President Joe Biden as he left a college in Ireland. The incident happened outside Trinity College Dublin. Authorities arrested two people after the crowd targeted the former president and his wife.
The scene was chaotic as the Bidens tried to reach their waiting vehicle. Protesters chanted “blood, blood, blood on your hands” while objects flew through the air, according to the Daily Caller. This was not a quiet demonstration. The video has already been viewed three million times on social media.
The Target Was The Whole Family
Biden traveled to Ireland to support his son, Hunter, who received an award that day. Hunter Biden accepted the Gold Medal for “Outstanding Contribution to Public Discourse.” His father and former first lady Jill Biden were both in attendance for the ceremony.
During his speech, Hunter Biden spoke about his battle with addiction. He referenced a past political rival directly. Hunter Biden said his opponent “stood on a debate stage and made my addiction his attack line.” The former president watched this moment from the crowd.
The protesters did not seem to care about the award ceremony. They gathered to deliver anti-war speeches before they knew the Bidens were coming. Once they saw the former president, the crowd voiced their opposition loudly.
Police Action And Health Concerns
Irish police officers, known as Gardaí, tried to restrain the aggressive demonstrators. One video shows police tackling an enraged activist who tried to get closer to the motorcade. At least one object was prevented from landing near the couple by aides wielding an umbrella.
Harper Alderson, editor of the college’s newspaper, described the growing chaos to local news. “The protest grew very large as the cars were moving through [the] front square of the college,” Alderson explained. Pepper spray was allegedly used by police against two protesters, according to her statement.
A statement from An Garda Síochána confirmed they responded to the incident. “Gardaí responded to reports of an incident in Trinity College, Dublin 2, today, 10 November 2026. There is no further information,” the statement read. At least two men were arrested, though one was later released without charge.
This event happens while Biden deals with serious health issues. An aggressive prostate cancer variant that has metastasized to his bones was the diagnosis he received. He completed radiation treatment in October 2025.
Biden has been scaling back his public appearances due to this illness. He posted on X that “Some days are better than others.” His upcoming memoir, “Promise Me, America,” is scheduled for release on November 17.
What The Crowd Wanted
The protesters shouted specific phrases that reveal their anger. Chants of “Genocide Joe” and “shame on you” were heard clearly during the clash. The crowd waved Palestinian flags as they surrounded the motorcade.
Since the late 1960s, Ireland has voiced solidarity with the Palestinian people. In May 2024, the nation formally recognized a Palestinian state alongside Spain and Norway. This political stance makes pro-Palestinian protests common in the region.
The former president appears frail and moves slowly in recent reports. Local news describes him as moving with difficulty during the visit. This physical toll contrasts sharply with the aggressive energy of the mob.
Ireland joined other nations in recognizing a Palestinian state, which fuels local activism. As vehicles traversed the college’s front square, the protest swelled to a massive size. The incident highlights the deep tensions surrounding the conflict in the Middle East.
Biden is preparing to release his memoir just days after this event. The book tour will be limited due to his cancer diagnosis. The former president stated that his book tour would involve fewer conversations than he had anticipated.
