Joe Biden accuser who alleged “sexual harassment” now receives Russian citizenship

Russian President Vladimir Putin has given Russian citizenship to Tara Reade. On September 22 the information came through the official order on the Kremlin’s website. Tara Reade was an aide at Biden’s office in 1990’s, when the ex- prez was a senator and was making a name for himself as a jostling foreign policy hawk among the democratic ranks.

But Reade turned the tables on Biden on 2020, accusing him of harassment while they worked together, according to the Kyiv Independent. Though Biden denied, and no formal charges were filed against him.

Move to Russia and media appearances

In 2023, Reade moved to Russia, saying she had security concerns about staying in the U.S., and she later applied for Russian citizenship. After moving to Russia, Reade appeared on Kremlin-controlled media platforms and took part in Russian state messaging. During one media appearance, Reade apologized for what she called America’s "aggressive stance" toward Russia.

Russian citizenship rules during war

Reade also criticized U.S. support for Kyiv under Biden’s administration and spoke against Washington’s role in the Ukraine war, as stated in the report by Kyiv Independent. Under normal Russian law, a person must live legally in Russia for at least five years before they can get citizenship. However, during the full-scale war against Ukraine, Putin allowed foreigners and stateless people to apply for temporary residence on "moral grounds."

Putin also made it easier for foreigners to get Russian citizenship if they sign a military service contract with the Russian Armed Forces or "separate military units." Reade’s citizenship was granted under these special wartime policies, which reduce normal legal requirements.

FAQs

Q1. Why did Tara Reade get Russian citizenship?

She moved to Russia in 2023, asked for citizenship, and it was approved under special wartime rules, according to reports.

Q2. Did Joe Biden face charges over Tara Reade’s allegations?

No, Joe Biden denied the claims and no legal charges were ever filed.