The 'Joe Biden Shartgate' meme stems from a viral internet rumor and series of clips alleging that President Joe Biden had an unfortunate bathroom accident during a high-profile meeting with Pope Francis in 2021. While the claims were largely unsubstantiated and dismissed by officials, the 'Shartgate' hashtag trended globally, sparking a wave of satirical edits and reaction images. The meme is typically used to mock political figures for perceived awkwardness or to satirize the intense scrutiny of public figures' every movement. It has since evolved into a versatile template for situations involving sudden realization, social discomfort, or unexpected physical mishaps.