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Withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan / end forever wars
“We end the forever wars — bring troops home.”
Promise kept Promise Date: 31 Aug 2021 Promise Deadline: 20 Jan 2025
Promise Details

Biden promised that he would end U.S. military involvement in Afghanistan and extricate troops from prolonged foreign conflicts, focusing on strategic competition. In August 2021, his administration completed the withdrawal, ending U.S. military presence. The process was chaotic and led to criticism. Though withdrawal done, debates remain over broader Middle East involvement.

What was done

In August 2021, U.S. troops were withdrawn from Afghanistan, ending direct combat presence. While consequences and lingering engagements remain, the key promise was executed.

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