Jill Biden’s Ex-Husband INDICTED for Murder

A Delaware grand jury indicted Jill Biden’s ex-husband for first-degree murder in his wife’s death, but the connection to the former First Lady is merely a footnote in a far more troubling story of domestic violence and unexplained tragedy.

Story Snapshot

William Stevenson, 77, was indicted for murdering his wife Linda, 64, following a December 28, 2025 domestic dispute call in Wilmington, Delaware
Stevenson was married to Jill Biden from 1970-1975, decades before she met Joe Biden, with officials confirming no connection between the cases
Police found Linda Stevenson unresponsive in their home; cause of death remains undisclosed as the investigation continues
Stevenson is held on $500,000 cash bail at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution after his February 2, 2026 arrest

The 911 Call That Changed Everything

On December 28, 2025, police rushed to a residence in the Oak Hill section of Wilmington after William Stevenson himself called 911 to report a domestic dispute. What officers discovered when they arrived would transform a holiday season domestic call into a homicide investigation. Linda Stevenson, 64, lay unresponsive in the living room. Despite lifesaving efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Her body was immediately transported for autopsy while New Castle County detectives began piecing together what happened inside that home.

From Music Venue Owner to Murder Suspect

William Stevenson built his reputation in the 1970s as the founder of The Stone Balloon, a popular music venue in Newark, Delaware that became a fixture of the college scene. That entrepreneurial charisma attracted Jill Jacobs, then a University of Delaware student, in 1970. They married that year, but the union lasted only five years. Jill Biden later described it in her 2019 memoir as a “mistake of youth,” acknowledging she was drawn to his charm and business acumen but ultimately they “grew in different directions.” She remarried Joe Biden in 1977, two years after divorcing Stevenson.

The Investigation Unfolds

The weeks following Linda’s death saw intensive work by the New Castle County Police Criminal Investigations Unit alongside the Delaware Department of Justice. Investigators have remained tight-lipped about critical details, including the cause of death and potential motive. What is clear is that evidence gathered during this investigation convinced a grand jury to return a first-degree murder indictment, alleging Stevenson “intentionally caused” Linda’s death. The absence of released autopsy findings raises questions about what physical evidence prosecutors possess and whether they are protecting details for trial.

A Woman Remembered Beyond Headlines

Linda Stevenson operated a small bookkeeping business and was described in her obituary as family-oriented and a devoted Philadelphia Eagles fan. She lived a relatively quiet life, far removed from political spotlight, until her death thrust her into national headlines solely because of her husband’s decades-old marriage. Her family now grieves while navigating the media circus that inevitably accompanies any story with “Biden” in the headline, despite law enforcement’s clear statements that this case has absolutely no connection to the former president or First Lady.

Political Name Drop or Legitimate News Angle

Every major outlet reporting this story leads with the Jill Biden connection, yet spokespeople for both Joe and Jill Biden have declined comment, and Delaware officials explicitly state there is no Biden involvement in this case whatsoever. The marriage ended 51 years ago, half a century before this alleged crime. The sensational framing reveals more about media incentives than case substance. From a common sense perspective, this is a straightforward criminal matter that deserves serious treatment focused on justice for Linda Stevenson, not tabloid speculation about tangential political connections that distract from the core tragedy.

Jill Biden's Ex-Husband Charged for Murdering His Wife
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Stevenson remains in custody at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution after failing to post his $500,000 cash bail following his February 2 arrest. Court records do not indicate whether he has retained legal counsel. The investigation continues as prosecutors prepare their case, though the timeline for trial remains uncertain. First-degree murder charges in Delaware carry severe penalties, and the grand jury’s willingness to indict suggests prosecutors believe they have substantial evidence to present at trial.