Fact check: How many sexual assault cases has biden settled

1. Summary of the results

Based on the analyses provided, there is no evidence that Joe Biden has settled any sexual assault cases. The sources reveal only one specific sexual misconduct allegation against Biden - that made by Tara Reade, who alleged that Biden sexually assaulted her in 1993 when she worked in his Senate office ^[1].

Biden has categorically denied Reade's allegations and no settlement has been reached in this case ^{[1] [2]}. The analyses show that Reade's credibility has been questioned due to inconsistencies in her account and misrepresentations about her educational background and professional credentials ^[1]. Additionally, a PBS NewsHour investigation interviewed 74 former Biden staffers, none of whom reported experiencing sexual harassment or misconduct ^[3].

The other settlement cases mentioned in the analyses - including a $116 million settlement over sexual abuse at a California women's prison ^[4], $17 million in Congressional settlements ^[5], and a $4 billion LA County settlement ^[6] - do not involve Biden personally.

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original question lacks important context about the distinction between allegations and settled cases. While Reade made a specific allegation, this has not resulted in any legal settlement ^[1].

The analyses reveal that Reade has since defected to Russia, claiming she feels 'safe' and 'heard' there after receiving death threats in the US ^[7]. This development adds significant context to her allegations and raises questions about her motivations and credibility.

The sources also provide important workplace context, noting that while Biden was known for inappropriate touching, most staffers found his behavior non-sexual and viewed him as supportive of women in the workplace ^[3]. This nuanced perspective from 74 former staffers provides a broader view of Biden's workplace conduct.

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original question contains an implicit assumption that Biden has settled sexual assault cases, when the evidence shows this is not the case. By asking "how many" cases Biden has settled, the question presupposes the existence of such settlements without factual basis.

This framing could benefit political opponents of Biden who might want to create the impression that multiple sexual assault settlements exist. The question's wording suggests a pattern of behavior and legal liability that the analyses do not support.

The question also fails to distinguish between unproven allegations and legally settled cases, which are fundamentally different. This conflation could mislead readers into believing that allegations automatically constitute proven misconduct requiring financial settlements.