Joseph Biden (47 images)

Senator Joseph Biden D-Delaware is seen here in this 9/15/1987 file photo.

Senator Joseph Biden D-Delaware, holds up a copy of "Fighting Drug Abuse: A National Strategy" during his address to the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Washington 1/25/1990.

Senators Edward Kennedy (L) and Joseph Biden, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, confer during a committee hearing on February 4, 1987. Sen. Kennedy clashed with Attorney General Edwin Meese, who appeared before the committee to defend administration policies on civil rights. (UPI Photo/Leighton Mark/Files)

Senator Joseph Biden D-Delaware listens intently during a Supreme Court confirmation hearing 9/18/1987.