Jill Biden's Former Husband Charged With Murdering His Second Wife
William Stevenson faces murder charge after wife found dead at Delaware home
The murder charge against William Stevenson comes more than a month after his wife Linda was discovered deceased at their residence. The circumstances surrounding her death have not been fully disclosed by authorities.
Jill Biden was married to William Stevenson from 1970 to 1975, before divorcing and later marrying Joe Biden in 1977. She has not commented on the charges against her former spouse.
Delaware authorities have not released detailed information about the evidence leading to the murder charge. Stevenson is currently in custody awaiting further legal proceedings.
Analysis
Why This Matters
While Jill Biden's marriage to Stevenson ended over 50 years ago, the news creates an unusual historical footnote connecting a former First Lady to a murder case through her distant past.
Background
Jill Biden and William Stevenson divorced in 1975, reportedly due to irreconcilable differences. She met Joe Biden the following year and they married in 1977. The two families have had no known contact in decades.
Key Perspectives
Legal experts note that the month-long gap between the death and the murder charge suggests investigators took time to build their case.
What to Watch
Watch for details from the preliminary hearing and any response from the Biden family.