Joe Biden makes play for Irish-American vote

US vice-president Joe Biden looking through photos with Eamon Thorton, during his trip to Ireland. Biden has repeatedly talked up his Irish roots and his campaign will attempt to shore up support among the Irish-American population. Picture: Maxwells

The Good Friday Agreement, Brexit and future Irish reunification will be the subject of a Joe Biden campaign event next week aimed at bolstering his support among Irish-Americans.

While the traditionally strong voting bloc has seen its influence wane during recent US presidential election cycles, Irish-Americans remain a coveted cohort of voters among would-be presidents.