On Sunday night, a car accidentally collided with an SUV in President Joe Biden’s motorcade, creating a moment of tension as the president departed from his campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware. The impact, which occurred as Biden was entering his vehicle, was startling but fortunately did not result in any injuries. The collision happened amid heavy rain, adding to the challenging conditions.
The U.S. Secret Service confirmed that the crash, which involved a vehicle securing the motorcade route, was purely accidental and not related to any security threat. Secret Service spokesperson Steve Kopek assured that the incident was not indicative of any protective breach, and the motorcade proceeded without further delay. Despite the commotion, Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were safely escorted to their car, and their schedule remained unaffected.
The crash produced a loud noise that drew Biden’s attention momentarily, but the situation was quickly controlled by Secret Service agents who surrounded the offending vehicle. The Bidens had been visiting their Wilmington campaign office, marking their first visit since staff relocation there over the summer. This incident underscores the rigorous security measures in place during high-profile events, even when faced with unforeseen accidents.