Understanding President Biden's ironic alter ego 'Dark Brandon'

Is the meme a win for the Democrats — or just the internet having some fun?

President Biden.
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You've probably heard of the anti-Biden chant, "Let's Go, Brandon." But have you heard of "Dark Brandon," the liberal counter and presidential meme du jour? If not, here's everything you need to know:

What is 'Dark Brandon'?

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Brigid Kennedy

Brigid Kennedy worked at The Week from 2021 to 2023 as a staff writer, junior editor and then story editor, with an interest in U.S. politics, the economy and the music industry.