In a striking shift from his years-long narrative, former U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to publicly acknowledge his 2020 election loss to Joe Biden for the first time in a dramatic video reel shared on his social media accounts.
The reel, which quickly gained traction on Instagram, chronicles Trump’s life—from his upbringing in Queens to his success in real estate and television, and ultimately his rise to become the 45th President of the United States. But the moment drawing the most attention comes during a section reflecting on his political career, where Trump seemingly concedes he was defeated in the 2020 election.
This apparent admission marks a significant departure from Trump’s persistent claims that the election was “rigged,” allegations that fueled the January 6 Capitol riot and have remained central to his political messaging. While Trump has not formally renounced those claims, this video signals the first recorded instance of him acknowledging Joe Biden’s legitimate victory.
The concession comes as Trump prepares to sign his sweeping domestic policy package—dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill”—into law. The legislation, expected to be signed during a July 4 celebration at the White House around 5 p.m. ET, passed the House by a narrow 218–214 margin after intense debate.
The high-profile signing ceremony will feature a military flyover, including stealth bombers and fighter jets involved in recent strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, underscoring the administration’s aggressive foreign policy stance.
The “Big Beautiful Bill” includes provisions to extend Trump’s 2017 tax cuts, overhaul immigration enforcement, and impose deep cuts to federal healthcare programs—potentially stripping millions of Americans of coverage.
As Trump looks to solidify his legacy during a possible second term, his subtle acknowledgment of the 2020 election outcome may mark a turning point in both his personal narrative and broader political strategy.
