Joe Biden has vetoed 12 bills.
A presidential veto is a powerful tool allowing the President of the United States to reject legislation passed by Congress. This constitutional authority serves as a fundamental check within the U.S. government, preventing bills from becoming law unless Congress overrides the veto with a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate.
President Joe Biden's use of the veto power is part of a long history of presidential actions to influence the legislative process. Compared to recent administrations and the cumulative total throughout U.S. history, his veto count stands as follows:
| # | President | Total Vetoes |
|---|---|---|
| 45 | Donald Trump | 10 |
| 46 | Joe Biden | 12 |
| Total Vetoes (All U.S. Presidents) | 2594 |
This table provides context for the number of bills vetoed by Joe Biden alongside his immediate predecessor and the overall historical record of presidential vetoes. The exercise of the veto power can often signal significant policy disagreements between the executive and legislative branches of government.
For more comprehensive data and a full list of presidential vetoes throughout American history, you can explore the List of United States presidential vetoes on Wikipedia.
