President Biden created quite the commotion in Los Angeles over the weekend when he decided to grab lunch at a popular celebrity hotspot. The President, accompanied by his wife Dr. Jill Biden and son Hunter, made a stop at The Ivy in Beverly Hills on Saturday afternoon. However, this impromptu visit caused quite a traffic nightmare for some unlucky drivers in the area.
The Ivy is a renowned restaurant in the City of Angels, known for attracting a celebrity clientele. Its central location meant that the Secret Service had to shut down streets to ensure the safety of the First Couple. Images obtained by TMZ showed police officers lining up along Robertson Boulevard, while yellow caution tape cordoned off the area. No one was going to be driving down this street unless they had clearance from the President’s security team.
Inside the restaurant, a sweet scene unfolded as Hunter Biden warmly greeted his stepmother Jill with a big hug. Video footage obtained by TMZ captured the heartwarming moment, with Secret Service agents keeping a watchful eye for any potential danger. President Biden also received a warm embrace from his son Hunter. Interestingly, Secret Service agents allowed other diners to finish their meals in the restaurant, and some even took pictures of the first family.
Across the street, The Henry was still packed with patrons eagerly watching to catch a glimpse of President Biden. It seems that the President’s visit to Los Angeles attracted quite a crowd, as curious customers flocked to nearby establishments hoping to catch a glimpse of the Commander-in-Chief.
It remains unclear how long the Bidens stayed at The Ivy, but photographs showed President Biden leaving the restaurant and heading to his stretch limo, looking satisfied after a full meal. This visit to Los Angeles is likely part of President Biden’s fundraising efforts for his upcoming election campaign, which is expected to be a fierce battle against former President Donald Trump.
Currently, President Biden’s approval rating is not at its highest, while Donald Trump is gaining momentum within the Republican party. With the election on the horizon, every vote counts for President Biden, so he will be hoping that the traffic jam caused by his visit does not work against him in November.
In any case, President Biden’s lunch at The Ivy certainly made headlines, with traffic disruptions and excited onlookers eager to catch a glimpse of the First Family. It goes to show that even a simple lunch outing can turn into a major event when the President is involved.
